Chemist 3

job summary:
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location: Melrose Park, Illinois
job type: Contract
salary: $35.00 - 39.55 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors
 
responsibilities:

• Conduct drug container and medical device material evaluations studying the extractable/leachable compounds that can partition from the device material into fluids that are infused/transfused.
• Conduct other analytical and product testing for product support and for new product development.
• Independently generate study designs/protocols, write and distribute final reports.
• Occasionally may work with samples that include human blood and blood components using procedural controls and personal protective equipment.
• Work in a laboratory testing capability that provides comprehensive chemical evaluation of materials for use in medical devices.
• Provide support for laboratory daily operations, calibrations and supplies.
• Provide technical input/content for analytical method development and review.
• Technical expert in the use and operation of HPLC, UPLC, GC chromatography techniques and instrumentation.
• Review laboratory documentation and results produced by colleagues.

 
qualifications:

• Degree in chemistry is required. Advanced degree in chemistry or a related discipline is preferred; alternatively, a BS in Chemistry with specific and relevant experience in the areas defined under responsibilities and qualifications will be considered.
• Requires working knowledge of laboratory analytical chemistry including classical techniques and advanced instrument systems.
• Requires significant experience (3-5 years) with the modern analytical tools and techniques of medical device and pharmaceutical product development. Must be experienced with gas chromatography (GC) and liquid chromatography (LC) equipped with mass spectrometry detectors.
• Knowledge of ICP/MS for elemental analysis of materials desired.
• Significant experience with (3-5 years) laboratory instrumental techniques, method development, method validation and system validation.
• Must have solid experience with chromatography/mass spectrometry including use of advanced data processing systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in prior roles
• Must have experience with FDA regulated laboratory environment of drug and medical device industries including GMP/GLP/GDP operations.
• Must be able to routinely perform analytical laboratory testing while also demonstrating critical thinking, interpretation of complex data sets. Must have adequate structural chemistry knowledge to facilitate interpretation of mass spectral data.

 
skills: HPLC, Chemistry, GLP (Good Laboratory Practice), GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice)

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).



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