Chemist II, E&L

Company Description

SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With over 97,000 employees in 130 countries and operating a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories, we provide services to almost every industry by assuring quality and safety of products and services.

Trusted all over the world, SGS is a market leader because we put 100% passion, pride and innovation into everything we do. We encourage new ideas. We welcome people who challenge the way we do things. And we will be 100% committed to helping you reach your full potential.

Job Description

The Chemist II, Extractables &Leachables will perform sample preparation, GC-MS/FID and/or LC-MS/PDA, and/or ICP-MS/OES analysis on extractable and leachable (E&L) testing of pharmaceutical containers and medical devices.

• Operates and maintains laboratory equipment and instrumentation required for cGMP analysis of samples
• Prepares chemical solutions following standard operating procedures and appropriate testing methods
• Operates and maintains GC-MS/FID and/or LC-MS/PDA and/or ICP-MS/OES instruments
• Keeps an inventory of laboratory chemicals and disposable equipment necessary for the daily functioning of the laboratory
• Performs wet chemistry and raw material analysis as requested
• Perform testing in accordance with specified methods
• Document all testing activities in accordance with cGMP
• Performs duties according to LSS Global direction and in compliance with cGMP and GLP regulations and SGS Integrity programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related science degree
• 2+ years of experience on GC-MS/FID and/or LC-MS/PDA and/or ICP-MS/OES
• General knowledge of chemistry and knowledge of various analytical techniques and methodologies

Additional Information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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