Job Title: QC Chemistry Analyst
This position is responsible for carrying out tasks and duties related to analysis, material release, lab utilities and testing procedures at Janssen Pharmaceutical Sciences UC as required by Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). Partners with other Departments to ensure that all QC testing activities are completed in an efficient manner.
General Scope of Responsibilities:
* Achieves competency in laboratory methods and procedures, specifically compendial Wet Chemistry techniques and Chromatography
* Performs analytical testing activities in relation to material release
* Performs routine and non-routine analytical testing activities
* Review and approval (where appropriate) of laboratory test results
* Ensures that testing and results approval are completed within agreed turnaround times
* Is an active member of the QC group and provide assistance with other group activities as required and communicates relevant issues to the QC Team Leader and Manager
* Deals with non-conformances/ deviations in an accurate and timely manner
* Maintains and develops knowledge of analytical technology as well as cGMP standards
Key Competencies Required:
* Facilitate an environment of continuous improvement
* Carries out all duties in a Safety conscious manner
* Collaboration and teamwork
* Strategic Thinker
* Credo value of integrity
* To work as a strategic partner with all other departments within the company
* Interface with all site departments as required
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* Ability to operate as part of a team is critical
* Customer focus
* Innovative
* Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
* Attention to detail
* Good problem solving skills
* Results and performance driven
* Adaptable and flexible
Qualifications and Experience:
* A level 8 qualification in a scientific/technical discipline required
* Knowledgeable of FDA/EMEA regulatory requirements applicable to pharmaceuticals
* Demonstrated knowledge and testing experience in an FDA/HPRA approved QC laboratory
* A minimum of 2 years experience in a laboratory-testing environment within the pharmaceutical industry would be an advantage
Estimated Salary:
+60,000 - +70,000 per annum depending on experience