Analytical Chemist

Pay Rate: up to $45.50/hr on w2 (No C2C or 3rd parties)

Location: Onsite in Raritan, NJ

Overall Responsibilities

You will join the Analytical Characterization group within the company’s research and development organization. You will become part of the chromatography and wet chemistry laboratory (GxP lab) for the qualitative, and quantitative analyses of small organic compounds, additives, degradation products, and impurities in complex polymer matrices. You will stay ahead of new scientific and technological developments in the field of chromatography and continuously improve the organization’s capabilities in support of New Product Development and Life-Cycle Management. You will perform hands-on experiments independently while collaborating with other analytical associates.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform analysis with chromatography techniques (U/HPLC-UV/MS and GC, GC Headspace) and other wet chemistry techniques (KF, Autotitration, water content, and water solubility) on various materials and chemicals.
• Perform workflow including sample preparation, method execution/ qualification, data acquisition, analysis and reporting as per appropriate protocols.
• Reports issue to management and participate in issue resolution, such as reporting OOS/OOT results, participating in laboratory investigations, reporting instrument issues, troubleshooting instruments, etc.
• Practices safe and environmentally sound laboratory techniques adhering to regulatory, local government, and safety guidelines.
• Communicates clearly and concisely, through verbal and written reports, the results of assigned tasks.
• Maintains secrecy of confidential and sensitive information by observing all procedures regarding securing and transmitting privileged information.
• Maintain good documentation and lab notebook per company procedures, and FDA/ICH guidelines.
• Assists senior staff in the preparation of technical reports and manuscripts.
• Responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all Federal, State, local, and Company regulations, policies, and procedures
• Performs other duties assigned as needed

Qualifications

Education:

• BS, MS, or Ph.D., in Chemistry (Analytical, Polymer, or Organic preferred), or related science degree.
• 4+ years of experience with a BS degree, 1+ years of experience with a MS degree, 0+ years of experience with a Ph.D.
• Practical knowledge of medical device regulations.

Experience and Skills:

• Hands-on experience with HPLC, GC, and other wet chemistry techniques are required.
• Experience with analytical test method development and validation is preferred.
• Experience in an Analytical Laboratory with GMP or quality control setting is preferred.
• Work independently and also effectively collaborate and communicate with other team members.
• Displays passion and enthusiasm for innovation.
• Experience with Viscosity testing (Inherent, Brookfield)