CLASSIFICATION 

Non-exempt

CATEGORY 

Non-Management

REPORTS TO

Analytical Supervisor

REVISION DATE

5-22-20

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary

With moderate guidance, the Chemist II is responsible for utilizing established methods and standard lab equipment/instrumentation (HPLC, IC) to qualitatively and quantitatively analyze routine pharmaceutical substances and formulations. The Chemist II will independently apply technical aptitude and experience to troubleshoot and resolve sample dependent testing difficulties. This position may function as an active technical resource to the less experienced team members. This is a safety sensitive position as defined by state and federal laws that will require working with hazardous materials and/or handling medicine. As a "safety sensitive" classification, you will be subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing. Marijuana is one of the substances included in the drug panel screening. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not excuse you from the testing process, or the consequences of testing positive for marijuana.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to Quality Management System (QMS)
• Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations in performing all assigned duties
• Follow written and oral instruction
• Prepare reagents and solutions required for testing
• Perform laboratory testing and record results in compliance with cGMP’s (if applicable) and internal QMS
• Work and think independently, yet share ideas and work towards team goals
• Use a personal computer including word processing, spreadsheets, email and database applications
• Express thoughts in a clear concise manner both orally and written
• Ability to effectively prioritize and plan multiple work activities with varying deadlines and complexities
• Perform quality review and approval of acceptable test results per QMS
• Perform out of specification (OOS) investigations on applicable test results per QMS
• Mentor less experienced team members on testing procedures and troubleshooting techniques
• Evaluate and/or implement new technology, test methods, and instrumentation
• Ability to wear, maintain, and properly use appropriate safety equipment, including, but not limited to eye protection, gloves and lab coat
• Adherence to all ARL Bio Pharma safety standards, policies, procedures, and protocols

Competencies

• Technical Capacity
• Communication Proficiency
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Organization/Multi-tasking
• Collaboration Skills
• Thoroughness

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.                               

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a laboratory environment.  Attendance at the lab is required.

While performing the duties of the job the employee is frequently exposed to toxic or hazardous chemicals.  The employee will be required to wear all appropriate safety equipment including but not limited to eye protection, gloves, and lab coat.  This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. 

Physical Demands

The role requires standing for prolonged periods of time; dexterity in fingers and hands to perform complex and precise manipulations; ability to walk and stoop; ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds; see in the normal visual range including the ability to distinguish colors and shades and hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position.

Days and hours of work are TBD.

Travel

No overnight travel is anticipated for this position. Some occasional local day travel may be necessary.

Required Education and Experience

1. An AS degree in chemistry or related science with 4+ years industrial experience OR
2. A BS degree in chemistry or related science with 2+ years industrial experience OR
3. A PhD degree in chemistry or related science with 0-2 years industrial experience

Preferred Education and Experience

1. Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related science with 1-2 years’ experience in the Pharmaceutical industry

AAP/EEO Statement

ARL Bio Pharma, Inc.  provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetics or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.  ARL Bio Pharma, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetics or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.  Improper interference with the ability of ARL Bio Pharma, Inc.  employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants and employees are treated without regard to any of these characteristics.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.