Chemist I

About the Role

The Chemist I position is vital to the success of the lab and the manufacturing of quality products. The Chemist I is directly supervised by the Laboratory Supervisor or Manager and is expected to work under minimal supervision and function independently upon completion of training. The Chemist I will train and monitor new laboratory technicians and Chemists.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain records of all quality activities as documented in procedures and test methods.
• Maintain a laboratory notebook with detailed descriptions of all work performed, observations, and deviations.
• Handle samples and performs chemical analyses according to procedures and test methods.
• Write procedures and test methods.
• Review and sign off on others' work when trained to do so.
• Maintain and calibrate assigned equipment.
• Report deficiencies or malfunctions to the supervisor.
• Identify and record nonconformities.
• Identify and record improvements.
• Correct nonconformities.
• Improve laboratory and/or quality activities on a continuous basis.
• Calibration/documentation of all instruments involved in testing.
• Organization of samples for Heavy Metals testing by ICP-MS.
• Organization of samples for potency analysis testing.
• Preparation and analysis of samples for testing by HPLC, UPLC, GC, ICP-MS, Titration, UV-Vis Spectrophotometry.
• Perform mathematical calculations accurately and independently during data processing.
• Process and report results. Review for accuracy and troubleshoot own work.
• Maintain laboratory organization and cleanliness.
• Use time efficiently to maximize completion of testing.
• Follow all laboratory safety protocols and use proper PPE.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• GMP standards and guidelines.
• SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures).
• HPLC, UPLC, GC, ICP-MS, Titration, UV-Vis Spectrophotometry.
• Heavy Metals testing.
• Potency analysis.
• Proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Chemistry or related scientific field.
• 0-5 years relevant laboratory experience.
• Ability to read, speak, and understand basic English.
• Oral/written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to handle confidential information.