Anika · 18 hours ago
QC Analyst II
Bedford, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$60K/yr - $90K/yr
2+ years expAnika is a company focused on quality control in the pharmaceutical sector. The Quality Control Analyst II is responsible for sampling and testing raw materials and finished goods under cGMP conditions, collaborating with colleagues to meet corporate objectives and ensuring compliance with quality standards.
BiotechnologyHealth CareManufacturingTherapeutics
Responsibilities
Testing of incoming raw material according to USP, EP, or ACS Reagent Index
Performance of QC analytical chemistry assays, HPLC, GC & GC/MS, Headspace, Moisture analyzer, Karl Fisher as well as wet chemistry assays
Testing of in process and release manufacturing samples, stability samples and Engineering/R&D samples using the following instrumentation/techniques:
HPLC
GC & GC/MS
UV/Vis Spectrophotometry
FTIR Spectrophotometry
Auto & Manual Titrations
Freezing Point & Vapor Pressure Osmometry
Absolute Viscosity using Brookfield Cone/Plate Viscometer
Intrinsic Viscosity using Ubbelohde Tube and Dilute Solution Viscometer
PH Meter
TOC Analyzer
Conductivity Meter
Complete required documentation for all work activities according to Good Documentation Practices; reviews lab notebooks and verifies results of other Analysts
Collaborates with R&D to develop test methods for new products Performance of QC method qualification, validation and transfers
Researches and optimizes Test methods according to accepted industry best practice; performs qualification and validation of methods
Report procedural deviations and nonconformances to management; preforms investigations as assigned and follows through to closure of corrective action
Maintain current training on all assigned procedures to include read & understood, skills development and classroom training activities as required
Performance of QC general laboratory equipment maintenance
Participate in other projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
Requires BS in Chemistry or other Physical Science or equivalent experience
2 – 5 years testing experience in FDA regulated pharmaceuticals or medical device industries
Demonstrated experience with GMP/ ISO regulations
Proficient in HPLC, GC analyses and prior experience in method development and method validation
Demonstrated experience with basic lab instrumentation including UV/vis and FTIR spectrophotometers, pH Meters, and Osmometers
Skilled in various wet chemistry techniques such as titrations and compendial ID testing
Constantly strives to exceed goals, requirements, accomplishments and expectations
Ability to work flexible hours to complete work activities
Preferred
Experience with Viscometers, HPLC, GC, GC/MS, TOC Analyzers, or Conductivity Meters
Experience in a results driven, team environment
Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet established deadlines
Experience maintaining spreadsheets and preparing simple graphing is preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare benefits
Health savings account
401(k) plan with up to 5% company match which includes immediate vesting
Employee stock purchase plan at a 15% discount
Accrued paid time off
Additional long-term incentives including stock awards
Company
Anika
Anika is a global joint preservation company that creates and delivers meaningful advancements in early intervention orthopedic care.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Caligan Partners
2024-03-07Post Ipo Equity
1993-05-14IPO
Leadership Team
Cheryl Blanchard
President and CEO
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