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Planet Pharma

USA - Research Associate Scientific I

Planet Pharma, Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Your Role The research we do and the products we develop improve outcomes for patients around the world. As an Associate Scientist I at, your work contributes directly to a significant impact on others. We collaborate cross-functionally and lead by influence. As a key part of projects, our research and development team is responsible for delivering results to drive decisions and ensure safety of our existing and new products. We work on products that make a meaningful difference in others' lives. When you join you'll use your analytical approach to identify risks and opportunities for innovation. Agile and willing to take action, you stay calm under pressure!

Job Description $25-30/hr

depending on experience

What Youll Be Doing

Conduct critical chemical and physical analyses on finished product R&D stability samples. May also support testing of raw materials, initial, in-process, and final product samples from manufacturing facilities or other R&D initiatives. Work under minimum supervision.

Perform chemical assays requiring precise analytical skills and understanding of chemistry principles.

Complete all testing, including special project / protocol testing in a timely and appropriate manner to meet project schedules.

Maintain data integrity and ensure compliance with company SOPs and specifications, FDA, cGxP, and QSR regulations.

Collaborate with other functions/departments to solve problems, increase efficiency, improve quality and provide product support.

Use sophisticated laboratory instrumentation (HPLC, pH, UV, titrations, Particle, TOC, Flame photometry, etc) and computer systems to collect and record data.

Follow, understand and comply with SOPs and policies on cGMPs and safety. Maintain a clean, safe and organized lab area, and potentially assume responsibility to ensure that others maintain their lab areas.

Maintain laboratory safety requirements, perform equipment maintenance/calibration, and troubleshoot instrumentation.

What Youll Bring

Bachelors degree in relevant scientific discipline (e.g. chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, biology) 6 months or more of experience

Analytical chemistry instrumentation experience with pH, UV, titrations, Particle, TOC is preferred but not required.

Must have experience in a regulated environment and strong technical problem-solving skills.

Must have good oral and written communication skills, strong analytical skills and be detail oriented.

Electronic Lab Notebook experience is preferred but not required.

Pharmaceutical GMP laboratory experience is desired.

Empower experience is preferred

Must be able to handle multiple tasks concurrently and in a timely fashion.

Possess relevant laboratory/technical, writing, and computer skills.

Ability to organize and communicate complex information effectively with managers and peers

Physical Activities And Requirements

Must be able to hand write and use computers for the majority of the work day

Must be able to transfer materials, mix solutions/product(s), open products, and perform laboratory testing

May require standing for extended periods

Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds routinely

Must not be color blind

The Planet Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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