Lcms Scientist

**Who are we?**

Founded in 2004, Diteba was born out of a passion for uncovering and understanding complex scientific problems. Since our inception, we’ve helped hundreds of companies with testing and in navigating the U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval process. Our reputation is built not just on great analytical and bioanalytical testing, but on an unwavering commitment to helping our clients achieve their goals.

We push the boundaries of problem-solving while providing the highest standard of testing across the Pharmaceutical, Cannabis, and Nutraceutical industries.

We’re on a mission to advance science-based innovation with a commitment to truth and transparency. Will you join us? We are looking for incredible people, fueled by passion and curiosity, to be a part of our journey of growth

**The Opportunity**:
The LCMS Scientist independently performs both method development and validation. Furthermore, the LCMS Scientist completes routine laboratory analytical testing on pharmaceutical, bioanalytical and other projects.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES &TASKS**
- Independently performs analytical or bioanalytical method development, method validation and method transfer.
- Leads junior chemists to perform drug substance, drug product analysis and method development.
- Provides support for protocol drafting, method writing and method development summary with good GMP practice.
- Performs analytical tests for pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical materials including raw materials, drug substances and drug products according to compendial and validated methods.
- Documents and reports test results as per established SOP’s.
- Provides technical support to other departments and junior chemists for issues related to the stability of drug substance, drug product and method development as well as formulation of responses to regulatory agencies requirements.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

**JOB REQUIREMENTS**
- Education & Experience _
- Sc. in Chemistry or related fields with extensive chemistry and analytical chemistry background is required.
- D in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry or biochemistry is preferred.
- 3-5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, preferably in CRO or bio CRO.
- Knowledge _
- Complete understanding of common analytical technologies such as HPLC, GC, UV spectroscopy, titration, etc.
- Strong understanding of compendial methods including cGMP/GMP requirements, ICH and FDA guidelines as well as USP/EP.
- Practical understanding of pharmaceutical instrument validation procedures with knowledge.
- Instrumentation _
- Operational experience on general laboratory instruments including HPLC, UPLC, GC and UV spectrophotometer.
- Operational knowledge on Waters Millennium or Empower chromatographic software, or similar.

**WORK ENVIRONMENT**
- Morning and afternoon shift may be required as per projects requirements.
- Some weekend work and overtime may be required as per projects.
- Bio-hazard substances used in common bioanalysis procedure.

**CRITICAL COMPETENCIES FOR THIS ROLE**
- Team forward mentality to achieve all outcomes in cooperation with other chemists.
- Demonstrated corporate values in the performance of the work and interactions with others.
- Detail oriented and ability to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Proficiency with the English language required.

Diteba is committed to providing accessible employment practices that follow the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Upon request, we will, in consultation with the applicant, determine the nature of any accommodation that may be required.