Cambrex · 1 day ago
Associate Analytical Scientist I (QC)
Longmont, CO
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$57K/yr - $64K/yr
0+ years expCambrex is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that provides drug substance, drug product, and analytical services. The Associate Analytical Scientist I (QC) will execute analytical methods, provide general analytical support, and ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines while maintaining a clean and safe workspace.
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Responsibilities
Maintain working knowledge of instrumentation, equipment, and scientific methodologies necessary to perform assigned tasks
Responsible for ensuring compliance with cGMP and other regulatory guidelines
Perform assigned tasks carefully, safely, and on schedule according to SOPs and supervisor instructions
Perform calibrations and verifications of instrumentation according to procedures with little to no supervision
Execute analytical methods for release and stability monitoring of bulk drug substances and drug products under cGMP requirements
Generate hand-written records of actions accurately and legibly on appropriate documentation with minimal errors
Compile, maintain, interpret and extrapolate results of analysis and communicate these results to supervisor
Utilize Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) according to procedure for inventory management and data entry
Participate in group and project meetings as required
Maintain a clean and safe workspace
Maintain laboratory equipment and testing supplies as directed
Enter project hours promptly and update project status on appropriate tracking and/or timekeeping systems
Attend and apply new training as required
Participate in and comply with all current safety, health and environmental programs
Communicate issues or challenges to senior staff and/or laboratory management and shares ideas of process improvements
May review basic test data acquired by others and document witness of others’ activities
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Some experience in science-related laboratory setting with understanding of safe chemical handling practices
Basic analytical chemistry-related laboratory technique (college level) and some understanding with simple chemistry-related experimental design
Perform common analytical test methods required (pH, simple assay, physical characterizations, etc.) with some guidance
Ability to accurately and consistently perform simple calculations as directed and effortlessly perform common unit conversions without instruction
Early practical industry exposure to cross functional technical departments
Demonstrates understanding of the purpose and principles of cGMP and follows cGMP procedures with few errors requiring rework
Ability to use and understand some common analytical instruments according to laboratory procedures
Good oral and written communication skills
Demonstrates good ability to receive and apply feedback for performance improvement
Demonstrates ability to solicit guidance when appropriate to improve performance
May support peer-led laboratory investigations with manager support
Demonstrates ability to handle testing and other assignments within reasonable timeframes as expected by peers and management
Demonstrates ability to share ideas with peers
Basic understanding of safe handling of chemicals
Basic understanding of general laboratory techniques and simple chemistry reactions
Ability to record simple data and information legibly and accurately on technical documents including logbooks, forms, and laboratory notebooks with minimal errors
Perform simple technical review of data recorded by peers on logbooks, forms, and laboratory notebooks and identify mistakes
Ability to initiate quality events with direct supervision
Strives to engage in group/team improvement projects
Able to understand the importance of Cambrex initiatives
Ability to operate laboratory equipment and computers
Good written and verbal communication skills
BS in chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, or similar science-related field and 0+ years industry experience
Benefits
Healthcare
Life insurance
Planning for retirement
Competitive benefits package
Company
Cambrex
Cambrex is a small molecule company that offers drug substance, drug product, and analytical services.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2019-08-07Acquired
1987-10-02IPO
Leadership Team
Tom Loewald
Chief Executive Officer
Robert Green
EVP & Chief Financial Officer
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