Assistant Chemist
The University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
Full-time
Science
Posted on January 4, 2019
The University of Iowa Pharmaceuticals is accepting applications for Assistant Chemist positions. These positions are responsible for qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses of raw materials, in-process samples and finished product. The Assistant Chemist also performs analyses using a combination of wet chemistry techniques and analytical instrumentation in accordance to FDA current Good Manufacturing (cGMP) using standard operating procedures, USP, EP and FCC monographs, UIP or client supplied methods.
Compliance
Please note regarding cover letter: A cover letter is required as part of the application documents. The purpose of the cover letter is to demonstrate effective written communication skills and attention to detail.
Please note regarding references: Five professional references may be requested and required at a later step in the recruitment process.
Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.
Education Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a science with emphasis on analytical chemistry, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a similar type of laboratory.
Experience Required:
Experience (typically 6 months - 1 year) performing laboratory testing in an industry setting under Food and Drug Administration (FDA) current Good Manufacturing (cGMP) or comparable regulations.
Demonstrates a basic level of proficiency in the following competencies/qualifications:
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preference, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Compliance
- Document legibly the procedures and results obtained in laboratory notebooks according to established regulatory guidelines.
- Assist in calibration and maintenance of instruments used in analysis according to regulatory guidelines.
- Interpret policies, regulations and guidelines to ensure compliance within area of assignment.
- Update existing or write SOP for routine analyses and basic scientific equipment as assigned.
- Perform GC, HPLC and UV analysis under supervision.
- Enter and calculate results obtained in the above analysis in spreadsheets or databases.
- Prepare materials and solvents for analytical assays.
- Perform dissolution testing.
- Cross-train and provide assistance and back-up support with other assistant chemists and other staff as assigned in processes and procedures.
- May provide functional supervision of staff, including training.
- May initiate purchasing requests for supplies and equipment.
Please note regarding cover letter: A cover letter is required as part of the application documents. The purpose of the cover letter is to demonstrate effective written communication skills and attention to detail.
Please note regarding references: Five professional references may be requested and required at a later step in the recruitment process.
Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.
Education Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a science with emphasis on analytical chemistry, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a similar type of laboratory.
Experience Required:
Experience (typically 6 months - 1 year) performing laboratory testing in an industry setting under Food and Drug Administration (FDA) current Good Manufacturing (cGMP) or comparable regulations.
Demonstrates a basic level of proficiency in the following competencies/qualifications:
- High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) or Gas Chromatography (GC) with associated software packages used in pharmaceutical quality control or similar industry.
- Analytical chemistry (FTIR, UV-VIS spectroscopy, pH, moisture determination, titrations, etc.).
- Universal Competencies (Collaboration and Embracing Diversity, Positive Impact/Achieving Results, Service Excellence/Customer Focus).
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Laboratory Testing.
- Laboratory Equipment Operation.
- Effective communication (written and verbal).
- Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel and Outlook).
- Basic level of proficiency in technical writing.
- Basic knowledge and experience with United States Pharmacopeia (USP), European Pharmacopeia (EP) and Food Chemicals Codex (FCC) monographs or supplied methods.
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preference, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.