Chemist II - Method Transfer/Verifications- $5,000 sign-on bonus
Akorn 2

Job Info

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The individual will be responsible for providing analytical support to the department of Quality Control. The individual will be responsible to follow established procedures and protocols to conduct various independent and team driven laboratory experiments. The candidate should assist with the day-to-day maintenance of an orderly QC laboratory such as safety, ordering and receipt of reagents, Instrument calibration.

• General understanding of USP Verifications, Validations & Method Transfers in accordance with USP < 1224> < 1225> & < 1226>.
• Ability to collaboratively write, review and execute verification / validation / transfer protocols.
• Ability to perform wet chemistry, i.e. titrations, loss on drying, KF etc., of raw materials in accordance with Akorn’s standard operating procedures, USP/NF and cGMP requirements.
• Ability to prepare and standardize solutions the following: volumetric solutions, test solutions, buffer solutions and colorimetric solutions per USP/NF.
• Perform assay and organic impurity analysis using HPLC and UPLC analytical instrumentation.
• Perform residual solvent analysis using GC instrumentation.
  • Experienced in GC analysis; USP < 467> Residual Solvent testing a plus.
• Maintains laboratory notebooks, calculates results and enters the results into verification / validation / transfer report.

Qualifications

• Analyzes samples of pharmaceutical finished products, in-process samples and others including research oriented samples.
• Knowledge of laboratories regulatory programs and objectives (cGMP, GLP, etc.).
• Proficient with computer programs desirable; or an aptitude to learn computer programs as needed.
• Advanced instrumentation skills, data processing and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemistry or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years previous work experience in an industrial chemistry laboratory with GC, HPLC and UPLC analysis.
• Experience with Finished Product testing as well as experience with Raw Materials includingUSP testing, ability to discern differences between vendor-based and pharmacopeia-based analytical methods, GC Testing and Physicals Testing such as Karl Fischer and or other titration techniques

Company Overview
Who we are?
Aside from being a pharmaceutical industry leader with deep roots in the eye care community, Akorn has proven through the years, to be a company of clear vision. A vision of what it takes to continually develop and evolve in order sustain our mission, which is to improve patients’ lives through the quality, availability and affordability of our products. Along with developing and manufacturing branded and generic ophthalmics, Akorn manufactures injectable, oral liquid, optic, topical, inhalant, and animal health products. To learn more please visit our website at www.Akorn.com .

Why choose us?
Akorn employees are modern day superheroes! That might sound like an exaggeration; however, when you think of it, superheroes help those in need. That is exactly what we do here at Akorn. If you choose to work with us, you are not choosing to work an ordinary job. You are choosing to make an impact in this world. You are choosing to have a career with purpose. If you are seeking a rewarding opportunity where you can make a difference for others, then put on your cape and join the team!!

What do we offer?

• Competitive pay
• Growth and development opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 3 weeks PTO + Personal Days
• 9 company holidays
• 401K match
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefit Options
• 100% Paid Maternity Leave
• Fast paced, family-oriented work environment
• Wellness Program
• Inclusive and diverse culture
• Adoption Assistance
• Flexible Spending Accounts

EEO Statement
Akorn, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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