Lab Research Associate -
Online Technical Services, Inc
compensation: $29.00 to $30.00 / hour
employment type: contract to hire
job title: Lab Research Associate - Pharmaceutical Company
Job description
Summary:
The purpose of this position is to carry out assigned laboratory duties which may include sampling, testing, and evaluating analytical data on samples such as raw materials, in-process, and final products.
In addition, will also develop and validate analytical methods.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Perform analytical testing in support of product development and method validation.
Conduct laboratory tests in compliance with established internal Standard Test Methods (STMs), compendial, and vendor/partner supplied methods.
Maintain organized records of tests performed and results obtained by following company policies.
Perform basic troubleshooting and preventative maintenance of laboratory equipment.
Understand and comply with all company policies, safety procedures, and SOPS, including cGMPs and cGLPs.
Assist in the preparation of analytical data for internal and external meetings and presentations.
Assist in performing laboratory investigations.
Contribute to written investigation reports as required.
Maintain a level of technical knowledge and understanding in the assigned areas of responsibility that are consistent with the current scientific requirements of the company.
Participate in the transfer of methods to/from the Quality Control department.
Requirements:
3 years minimum of pharmaceutical experience required (will not consider someone right out of school, need the experience)'
Minimal lifting is required. May need to move boxes, always others around to assist.
No more than 20 lbs.
Familiarity with cGMP's, and work experience following cGMP's required.
Basic skills in using typical laboratory and processing equipment - HPLC required.
Basic understanding of the chemical and physical principles upon which formulation, process development, and analytical methodology is based.
Familiarity with concepts of cGMPs.
Basic skills in using typical laboratory and processing equipment (e.g. HPLC (required), UV Spec, pH meter, centrifuge, etc.).
Ability to utilize scientific information resources within the assigned area of responsibility.
Good observation, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills (e.g. rational progression of investigation).
Good understanding of the scientific thinking in the design of experimental protocols.
Basic documentation skills (e.g. notebook, reports) with attention to detail and legible handwriting.
Good organizational skills (e.g. daily tasks, documentation, archived information).
Good interpersonal skills (e.g. working with members of other teams to achieve shared goals).
Good verbal and written English communication skills (e.g. able to participate in scientific discussions and written interactions).
Proficient in the use of computers and widely used workplace applications (e.g. Microsoft Office, Outlook, graphing software, etc.).
Ability to be flexible in adapting work plan to current corporate goals.
Basic time management skills (e.g. multi-tasking and task prioritization).
Education:
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study (e.g. chemistry, pharmacy, biology, engineering, etc.) from an accredited college or university is required.
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Hours Per Week: 40.00
Hours Per Day: 8.00
Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Temporary
Pay: $28.00 - $29.00 per hour
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Experience:
Molecular biology: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
San Diego, CA (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
San Diego, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
M/S Word attached resume is required.
