Category: Scientific

Employment Type: Contract

Reference: BH-371173

Analytical Chemist needed for a contract opportunity with Yoh Scientific's client located in San Diego, CA.

This position will be for a major biotech company, and requires someone with a bachelor's degree and minimum 2 years of experience in analytical method development, qualification, validation and transfer using various analytical techniques such as HPLC, LC-MS, CE, UV, NMR, Fluorescence plate readers, enzyme activity assays, etc. Method development experience highly preferred.

Shift: Mon to Fri, 8 am to 5 pm

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute various laboratory experiments under general direction.
• Develop, validate and transfer test methods according to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and/or regulatory requirements (FDA 21 CFR Part 11 and ISO).
• Prioritize assignments. Deliver results within project timelines.
• Perform data analysis and troubleshoot aberrant results and draw sound conclusions.
• Prepare study protocols and reports. Write assay work instructions.
• Observe and comply with GMP and Good Documentation Practice (GDP).
• Work with all members of staff to maintain and develop the positive progressive culture.
• Undertake other duties as assigned by manager.

• S./M.S./Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or similar scientific fields.
• BS with Minimum 2 years of experience in analytical method development, qualification, validation and transfer using various analytical techniques such as HPLC, LC-MS, CE, UV, NMR, Fluorescence plate readers, enzyme activity assays, etc.
• Ability to perform collaborative experiments with team members across multiple disciplines.
• Highly proficient, productive, and effective in the lab. Excellent lab organization and documentation skills.
• Knowledge and working application of method validation principles for regulated industries including FDA cGMP; ICH/USP guidelines, ANSI/ISO/ASQC.
• Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills. Flexible and adaptable.
• Must be analytical, detail-oriented, organized, takes initiative, and self-motivated.
• Hands on experience with Next Gen Sequencing (NGS) technologies a plus.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• 401K Retirement Saving Plan
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Direct Deposit & weekly ePayroll
• Employee Discount Programs
• Referral Bonus Programs