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Form of workJOB SUMMARY:
The Quality Control Chemist I conduct various analytical testing of raw materials, semi-finished intermediates, finished products, and new compounds/products in various stages of design and development to characterize and determine quality.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Characterize polymer size by GPC/SEC chromatography using established standard processes.
- Perform small scale dye labeling reactions according to established standard processes.
- Characterization of polymers by HPLC/FPLC using established standard processes
- Optical characterization of the polymer dyes including measurement of absorbance and fluorescence emission spectra.
- May provide analysis and evaluation of material and products at all stages of development process.
- Participate in validation and measurement system analysis of various testing methods.
- Maintain equipment logs, calibration logs, and solvent/mobile phase preparation records.
- Test products for long-term stability under various conditions.
- Provide timely and high-quality data reports that document test results.
- Interface, maintain, and populate data and results in specified database(s).
- Promote a safe work environment. May provide recommendations on maintaining the safety of the work environment.
- Participates in Environmental Health and Safety programs.
- Addresses corrective actions whenever a hazard is identified.
- Notifies supervisor of all observed hazardous conditions or unsafe work practices.
- Other responsibilities or projects as assigned by reporting manager.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Successful candidate will possess a B.S. Degree in Chemistry, Engineering, or Life Science,
- minimum of 1-year relevant industry experience preferred.
ASSETS:
- Experience with analytical technique and instrumentation
- Basic knowledge of HPLC/FPLC/GPC systems
- Basic knowledge of Spectroscopy/Fluorimeter
- Basic knowledge of Karl Fischer Titration
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- General knowledge of chemistry
- Familiarity with guidelines such as good manufacturing processes and ISO standards
- Works well in a team-based environment and independently
- Multi-task to cover a variety of job functions.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
