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Scientist I, Quality Control

Catalent, St. Petersburg, Florida, United States, 33739

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Scientist I, Quality Control

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– St. Petersburg, FL (on-site) Position Summary

St. Petersburg is our primary soft gel development and manufacturing facility in North America with capacity of 18 billion capsules per year. Within the Catalent network, we offer a broad range of integrated formulation and analytical services to solve difficult development and manufacturing challenges. Catalent is committed to a Patient First culture through excellence in quality and compliance, and to the safety of every patient, consumer and Catalent employee. Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. The Scientist I, Quality Control will independently test, develop and implement assays useful for the identification and characterization of Raw Materials, pre-capsulation, Stability and Finished Products. Analyze data, perform statistical analyses, document results, maintain laboratory notebook according to cGMP and internal guidelines. Communicate results in written and oral presentations. Write protocols, procedures and technical reports. Keep abreast of literature in the field; attend meetings; help train junior colleagues; contribute to continuous improvement within the group. Comply with FDA, EPA and OSHA regulations, performing all work in a safe manner. Maintain proper records in accordance with SOPs and policies. This position is 100% on-site at the St. Petersburg site. The Role

Performs analysis of finished products, validation samples, in-process materials and raw materials, moisture testing, Gas, Water and manufacturing environmental sampling and testing according to the effective protocols, methods and compendials. Cultivate and identify bacteria or other microorganisms isolated on selective and non-selective media. Maintains cultures according to ATCC and departmental Standard Operating Procedures. Performs identification of microorganisms using techniques such as API, Gram Stain, etc. Prepares reagents, standards, medias, etc. needed for analysis. Interprets and tabulates results of analysis. Records results in approved notebooks, reports and logbooks. Verifies co-workers’ calculations in notebooks/logbooks and verifies results in reports and/or appropriate systems to ensure data integrity. Other duties as assigned. The Candidate

Requires BA or BS with college coursework in related sciences. At least 5 years' experience in an analytical laboratory. Good interpersonal and organizational skills. Experience with UV spectroscopy, IR, AAS instrumentation, HPLC and GC. Autoclave and Vitek experience; experience in dissolution testing. Expertise in wet chemistry techniques such as titrations, extractions, digestions and preparation of test solutions. Knowledge of safety and hazardous waste requirements, data acquisition applications, databases, and laboratory investigations. Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines; able to sit, stand, walk, and occasionally lift up to 15 pounds (no >44 pounds without assistance). Vision requirements include color differentiation and appropriate acuity; ability to work extended hours or off-hours as required. Why You Should Join Catalent

Competitive medical benefits and 401K 152 hours of PTO + 8 paid holidays Dynamic, fast-paced work environment Opportunity to work on Continuous Improvement Processes Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career. Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please email DisabilityAccommodations@catalent.com with your job number, title and location. Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Catalent is not accepting unsolicited resumes. For security notices and relevant information, see our careers page. California Job Seekers can find our California Job Applicant Notice HERE. Visit Catalent Careers to explore career opportunities. Seniority level

Mid-Senior level Employment type

Full-time Job function

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology Industries

Biotechnology Research and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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