Experienced Analytical Chemist (Pharma)
$65,000–$80,000 year
On-siteOakdale, Minnesota, United States
Job Summary
Provide or oversee analysis, administration, and oversight of varied chemistry and biochemistry policies, programs, and practices. Deliver intermediate to complex analysis for testing materials, products, and devices using standard operating procedures, while reviewing, interpreting, and documenting results. Support operational changes by analyzing data to identify trends, resolving discrepancies through audits, and providing guidance to staff and leadership. Maintain equipment, samples, and work areas, and contribute to cross-functional projects including budgeting and staffing needs.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related field
- 3-5 years of related experience
- work with complex programs or operations
- Intermediate to advanced principles, practices, and techniques of chemistry/biochemistry
- Understanding of the administration and oversight of chemistry/biochemistry programs, policies, and procedures
- Methods for resolving chemistry/biochemistry-related problems and challenges
- Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, and regulations
- Familiarity with laboratory testing tools, equipment, and calibration processes
- Computer applications and systems relevant to the work
- Principles and practices of effective teamwork
- Communication methods to ensure safe and effective operations with staff and customers
- Proper use of business English, including grammar, spelling, and punctuation
- Performing intermediate to complex chemistry/biochemistry duties across assigned areas
- Overseeing and administering chemistry/biochemistry functions
- Training others on policies and procedures
- Contributing to project development and management as a team member
- Operating effectively in both team-based and independent work environments
- Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, and regulations
- Preparing reports, correspondence, and technical documentation
- Exercising initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines
- Demonstrating tact and professionalism in all interactions
- Delivering effective presentations to various audiences
- Contributing to team goals and objectives
- Building and maintaining effective working relationships
- Ability to work in laboratory and office environments
- Use of standard office and laboratory equipment
- Ability to sit for extended periods
- Occasional lifting up to 20 pounds and frequent lifting up to 10 pounds
- Visual ability to read printed materials and computer screens
- Ability to communicate effectively in person and via telephone
- Shift: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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