Analytical Chemist

**Purpose**

The afternoon shift analytical chemist will perform release & stability testing for tests such as Spray Pattern, Droplet Size Distribution by Laser Diffraction, Particulate matter.

**Position / Job Title**: Analytical

**Department **:R&D

**Reporting To **:R&D Head

**Location **:Concord - Canada

**Years of Experience **:1 to 2 years related experience

**Dosage Form **:Solid/Nasal / Liquid

**Job Responsibilities / Deliverables**
- Prepare documents and reports necessary for development and GMP activities.
- Develop specifications for finished product, bulk product, raw material and packaging components
- Perform analytical method development and method validation for new pharmaceutical products.
- Perform Spray Pattern and Droplet Size Distribution by Laser Diffraction testing for the release of bulk and placebo formulations and for finished product.
- Perform physical/comparative testing on generic and innovator products
- Conduct testing of stability and developmental stability samples
- Evaluate all results generated for consistency and accuracy and notify manager of any trends, atypical results or out-of-specification result
- Perform troubleshooting and problem solving of analytical instrumentation.
- Operate a variety of standard laboratory equipment (Malvern Srpaytec and Vereo actuator NSx, pH meter, balances, etc.).
- Ensure that work is performed in compliance with GMP, GLP, SOPs, and current test methods.
- Any other duties as assigned

**Qualifications & Pre-Requisites**
- B.Sc. degree or equivalent in an applicable discipline of science (pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, medical laboratory science or related)
- 1 to 2 years of experience in a pharmaceutical R&D laboratory and / or CMO setting
- Experience in method validation, method transfer and method equivalence tests
- Familiar with working with instruments with software, ICH guidance and US pharmacopeia. Analytical skills required to handle complex products.
- Experience in development of nasal products will be an asset.
- Great attitude and motivated to learn new skills.
- Good written and oral communication skills

**Additional notes**
- To perform the release testing of increasing commercial batches and stability batches testing on top of the routine, validation, characterization and IVBE testing (if required)
- **This position will be required to work in afternoon shift**

Pay: $40,000.00-$45,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Concord, ON L4K 4J1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Analytical chemist: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person