Quality Control Analytical Chemist I - Eurofins CDMO Alphora

Quality Control Analytical Chemist I - Eurofins CDMO Alphora

• Full-time

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable.

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.

Eurofins CDMO Alphora is looking for a dynamic Quality Control Analytical Chemist to join our Team! 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 compliance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) to ensure the production of safe and efficacious pharmaceutical APIs. The Quality Department is responsible for providing analytical support for the API manufacturing plant.

You will be working collaboratively with a small, dedicated team of QC chemists. Teamwork, communication and individual responsibility are key requirements.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Testing of raw materials, in process controls, intermediates and finished products.
• Interpret and report all test results, tabulate data and generate reports.
• Identify OOS results and assist in their investigation.
• Assist in maintaining the lab in a state of compliance.
• Work in accordance with established cGMP and safety requirements.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Instrumentation:

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

Qualifications:

• Diploma or degree in a related field (Chemistry is preferred), and relevant work experience in analytical laboratory or in a pharmaceutical or other regulated environment.
• 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:

• This position is based in a laboratory environment; significant time spent standing at a bench or sitting in front of a computer is required.
• Lab supports a 24/5 operating plant. The ability to work rotating shifts is a requirement.
• Extra hours, weekends may be required. Shift and OT premiums are provided.
• Travel between buildings on campus may be necessary. Valid drivers licence and access to vehicle is preferred.

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

Accommodation: Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process may e-mail a request via the website.

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.