Chemist I (Chromatography Lab)

SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 89,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

The Chemist I position, in the Chromatography lab, is responsible for performing analysis using chromatography methods and instruments. This will also include setting up and calibrating instruments, preparing samples, acquiring Chromatography data, processing data, and reporting results.

• Create and maintain detailed lab record documentation (notebooks and computer based) according to GMPs.
• Maintain assigned laboratory instrumentation which may include routine maintenance, calibration and verification, and troubleshooting.
• Develop or optimize chromatographic methods as required.
• Document laboratory methods in written work instructions and SOP’s.
• Execute analytical method validation protocols.
• Peer Review expectations include demonstrating attention to detail, approving lab notebook pages, checking data entry, sequence checks, and data approvals.
• Perform assigned quality assurance responsibilities including, but not limited to: initiating and processing workflows for training, change control, planned deviations, and investigations; revising and authoring work instructions; providing technical support for investigations and approvals; and participating in internal and external quality audits.
• Train and mentor other scientists based on experience.
• Maintain assigned laboratory spaces in a neat and organized condition.
• Maintain inventories of parts and supplies needed for assigned work

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field
• Experience operating chromatography instrumentation
• Experience working in an ISO/IEC 17025 and/or cGMP environment

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Language Skills: English
• Mathematical Skills: advanced level required
• Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Advanced level required
• Excellent verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills
• Computer Skills: MS Office, Chromatographic Software
• Advanced chemical laboratory techniques

TRAVEL

• Travels up to 5% of the time

EQUIPMENT

• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones.
• HPLC
• GPC-MALS
• GC-MS
• GC-FID
• LCMS

WORK SCHEDULE

• Business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule
• Longer hours, evenings and/or weekend work will be necessary frequently as job duties demand.

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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