Quality Control Analytical Chemist I

Eurofins CDMO Alphora is looking for Quality Control Analytical Chemist I to join our dynamic and growing team!

WHO ARE WE?

Eurofins CDMO Alphora Inc. develops and manufactures new therapeutics to improve the lives and health of patients. Eurofins CDMO Alphora provides contract research & development services to global pharmaceutical and biotech companies, developing their processes and manufacturing their bulk drug substances (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients -“API’s”) as well as finished dosage products (tablets, capsules, suspensions) for supply to clinical trials and commercial requirements. Eurofins CDMO Alphora provides a rich and technologically challenging environment with a continuing flow of interesting projects. Our employees work in close concert with clients throughout the development process to achieve their program objectives.

Job Description

The ideal candidate will:

• Possess a high degree of initiative.
• Be a team player with excellent communication abilities.
• Be comfortable in a modern, state of the art laboratory.
• Have practical experience with HPLC, GC, KF, and various wet chemistry techniques.
• Have a strong attention to detail and a comprehensive understanding of cGMP.
• Have strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.

Our Quality Control department plays a key role in ensuring Eurofins CDMO Alphora Inc.’s compliance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP). The Quality Department is responsible for providing analytical support for the API manufacturing plant including support of raw material and finished product release, in-process control testing, cleaning verification, and other investigations.

You will be working collaboratively with a small, dedicated team of QC chemists. Teamwork, communication, and individual responsibility are key requirements. This is an excellent opportunity to obtain experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing setting and to work on projects related to all phases of the pharmaceutical product life cycle.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Testing of raw materials, in-process controls, intermediates, and finished products in support of our cGMP manufacturing operations.
• Interpreting and reporting all test results, tabulating data, and generating reports as required.
• Identifying OOS results and assisting in their investigation.
• Assisting in maintaining the lab in a state of compliance by performing calibration checks and performance verifications of laboratory equipment.
• Working in accordance with established cGMP and safety requirements.
• Performing other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Instrumentation:

• HPLC, GC, GC/Headspace, IR, KF, and wet chemistry techniques are core to the role; practical experience with these techniques is a requirement.
• Experience with GCMS, LCMS, Ion Chromatography, or other techniques is an asset.

Qualifications:

• Diploma or degree in a related field (Chemistry is preferred); relevant work experience in an analytical laboratory or in a pharmaceutical or other regulated environment is an asset.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills coupled with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision.

Additional information

At Eurofins, we offer excellent full-time benefits including health & dental coverage, life and disability insurance, RRSP with 3% company match, paid holidays, and paid time off.

We thank all applicants within commuting distance of GTA, Ontario for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.