Quality Control Chemist Graduate
Astellas is a pharmaceutical company that offers an inspiring place to work and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives.
About Astellas:
We pride ourselves on our expertise, science, and technology, which enable us to deliver innovative health solutions. Our open and progressive culture is built on five core values: patient focus, ownership, results, openness, and integrity.
At Astellas, we believe that every staff member plays a crucial role in creating a patient-centric culture. We strive to foster collaboration and ownership through an inclusive and respectful working environment.
The Opportunity:
As a QC (Quality Control) Chemist Graduate, you will be responsible for analyzing active raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products in compliance with cGMP, GLP, and safety standards. You will also participate in the onsite graduate program and contribute to the development of innovative therapies for patients.
* Perform stability testing as well as project and investigation testing according to protocols.
* Peer reviewing data using Empower and LIMS systems.
* Responsible for data trending, both ongoing and for PQR.
* Documenting any OOT/OOS results and participating in related investigations, assessments, RCA, and CAPA.
Essential Knowledge & Experience:
* Support/participate in continuous improvement projects in QC.
* Understand department KPIs.
* Prepare and deliver presentations where necessary and participate in lab meetings.
* Full participation in the Graduate programme including but not limited to the mentoring programme and STEM programme.
* HPLC experience and/or experience in related industry an advantage.
Education/Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Science or equivalent.
* Preference to having studied some Aseptic and/or Biologics related material.
What We Offer:
A challenging and diversified job in an international setting, opportunity and support for continuous development, and an inspiring work climate. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.