Job Description

Research Chemist - Mass Spectroscopy - Whitehouse, New Jersey

Intertek Pharmaceutical Services located in Whitehouse, New Jersey, USA, is a cGMP contract testing, analytical research and development laboratory. Intertek Pharmaceutical Services works directly with both large and small pharmaceutical companies to help bring safe and effective pharmaceutical products to market. An opportunity has arisen for a Research Chemist to join this organization within the Trace Organics work team. The team utilizes state of the art Orbitrap instrumentation to support and solve complex analytical problems primarily focused on extractables and leacahbles.

Please explore the links below to learn more about the Intertek Whitehouse site and the extractables and leachables offerings within the Trace Organics Group. .

http://www.intertek.com/pharmaceutical/analysis/whitehouse-nj/

http://www.intertek.com/pharmaceutical/analysis/extractables-leachables/

What are we looking for?

We are looking for a motivated individual who is seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity. We offer coaching, feedback, on-site and off-site training and growth opportunities to develop each employee's career. This fast-paced, flexible environment provides direct interaction with clients to allow the research chemist to directly work with the client to understand and achieve their needs and to appreciate the potential impact on patient quality of life. If you are looking for an opportunity to work with an expert team of accomplished scientists focused on solving difficult technical challenges, we want to talk with you.

Salary & Benefits Information

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

Intertek's Chemical & Pharmaceuticals team brings quality and safety to life through regulatory guidance and supply chain assurance to support your unique pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical outsourcing requirements. Over the last 20 years, our network of laboratories and regulatory experts have provided high quality custom pharmaceutical services ensuring Total Quality Assurance for some of the world's largest and most innovative pharmaceutical companies.

What you'll do:

• Plan and execute extractable studies, extractable-leachable correlation studies, mass spectrometry-based method validations, leachable studies and material characterization studies independently and as part of a team
• Provide high-level evaluation of complex mass spectral data
• Engage in complex conversations with clients (study design, validation questions, etc.)
• Guide clients based on an understanding of the regulatory environment. This includes applicable cGMP, CFR, USP, PQRI, BPOG, etc.
• Write complex reports for extractable studies, extractable and leachable correlation studies and method validation studies
• Work with group members to advance GC/MS and LC/MS technology for the organization through knowledge of the field and innovative problem-solving
• Develop new GC/MS and LC/MS methods to address customer requests
• As a member of the mass spectrometry team the individual is responsible for supporting GC/MS and LC/MS studies for:
  • Safe operation of the instruments
  • Appropriate sample preparation
  • Apply existing lab methods
  • Troubleshoot problems and perform investigations when necessary
  • Repair and maintenance of the instruments
• Clearly communicates technical information and project status to clients and internally through written and oral manner
• Uses computer systems and software programs - Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook), XCalibur and Tracefinder data acquisition programs - to acquire and document results
• Effectively collaborates with colleagues on laboratory techniques, sample preparation, instrumentation, data analysis, documentation, and safety
• Participates in the evaluation and recommendation of new equipment and technology
• Ensures compliance of company/client SOP, protocols, safety policies, methods, or other procedures with government rules and regulations

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• Experience with and knowledge of GC/MS and LC/MS demonstrated through a combination of industry and academic performance
• Expected level of experience would conform to:
  • BS in Chemistry or related degree + 10 years of work experience
  • MS in Chemistry or related degree + 5 years of work experience
  • PhD in Chemistry or related degree
• Must have experience with and knowledge of mass spectrometry and sample preparation to perform analytical methods and solve analytical problems.
• Must have experience developing and performing trace level analysis for targeted and non-targeted techniques
• Must have experience in chemical structure determination from
  • LC/MS data interpretation based on complex ESI data
  • GC/MS data interpretation based on CI and EI data
• Experience and knowledge of GC/MS and LC/MS instruments, experiments, and data analysis is required
• Excellent organization/multitasking, project management, and communication skills
• Excellent teamwork ability to integrate expertise into multi-technique solutions to complex problems
• Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical skills, including data interpretation/analysis
• Ability to generate client reports and supporting documentation
• Strong computer skills (Windows, MS Office, data acquisition software)
• Understanding of extractable and leachable study performance is preferred
• Trace level method validation experience preferred

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers' expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek's network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email [redacted] or call [redacted] (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.

About Us

Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

About the Team

Intertek's Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals team serves the chemical and pharmaceutical industries with a diverse range of services. Our chemical experts provide testing, consultancy, inspection, to ensure a variety of chemicals are produced efficiently and in compliance to regulatory standards. Our pharmaceutical specialists support drug development and products through contract laboratory services, regulatory guidance, and supply chain assurance.