Analyst I, QC Laboratory Services - Jobs in Portage and Main

Job Description

We go where others won #39;t, taking on some of the biggest public health challenges to protect and enhance millions of lives, and create a better, more secure world. Here, you will join passionate professionals who advance their scientific, technical and professional skills to develop products designed-to protect and enhance life.I: Job Summary

• Perform GMP or GLP compliant testing as required to support Raw Material testing, In-process, Finished Product Releaseamp; Stability or nonclinical / clinical studies, as well as assay or process validations.
• Maintain laboratory documentation and perform preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment per established procedures.

II: Responsibilities

• Receive test samples, standards and reagents.
• Perform routine basic QC analysis (e.g. TOC, pH, water content, bench chemistry, etc.) following written procedures and limited non-routine testing with supervisory oversight; report results and complete LIMS data entry in a timely manner.
• Perform peer review of basic QC data.
• Adhere to all effective STM #39;s/SOPs and safety requirements and document laboratory work consistent with cGMP requirements.
• Maintain laboratory records and inventory for supplies and reagents.
• Perform preventative maintenance / calibration on basic laboratory equipment in accordance with established procedures.
• Execute critical reagent and standard qualification studies and maintain adequate inventory of supplies.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area in accordance with standard laboratory practice and procedures.
• Make detailed observations during performance of experimental tasks.
• Contribute to troubleshooting/investigation efforts under supervisory oversight.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by those in this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, and other duties may be assigned.III: Education, Experienceamp; Skills

• University degree or technical diploma in chemistry, biology or related field of study.
• 0-2 years directly related experience in a recognized professional or technical/scientific field and experience in a pharmaceutical cGMP environment is an asset, but is not required.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office - Word, Excel.
• Basic knowledge of pharmaceutical GLPs and GMPs.
• Knowledge of laboratory techniques and safety precautions.
• WHMIS and biohazard safety awareness.
• Competent in laboratory safety and generally-accepted lab practice, including maintaining adequate written laboratory records.
• Ability to work in a fast paced and highly regulated environment.
• Able to multi-task and adapt to changing priorities.
• Able to communicate and articulate information in both written and verbal forms.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills; can work collaboratively with others.
• Able to interpret analytical data.
• Able to contribute ideas/solutions to aid in troubleshooting and investigations.

Per CDC guidelines, Emergent strongly recommends that all employees working on site are vaccinated to help ensure their safety, as well as the safety of fellow employees. This includes the use of good judgment when determining when the CDC guidelines advise that you stay home when ill.There are physical/mental demands and work environment characteristics that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This information is available upon request from the candidate.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform all essential functions.Emergent BioSolutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and values the diversity of our workforce. Emergent does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military service or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local law.Information submitted will be used by Emergent BioSolutions for activities related to your prospective employment. Emergent BioSolutions respects your privacy and any use of the information submitted will be subject to the terms of our Privacy Policy .Emergent BioSolutions does not accept non-solicited resumes or candidate submittals from search/recruiting agencies not already on Emergent BioSolutions #39; approved agency list. Unsolicited resumes or candidate information submitted to Emergent BioSolutions by search/recruiting agencies not already on Emergent BioSolutions #39; approved agency list shall become the property of Emergent BioSolutions and if the candidate is subsequently hired by Emergent BioSolutions, Emergent BioSolutions shall not owe any fee to the submitting agency.ABOUT EMERGENTProtecting and Enhancing 1 billion lives by 2030 focuses our energy to improve the quality of life for individuals around the world, giving them the opportunity to experience the fullness of life.Our drive towards this vision informs all of our actions-whether it is our approach to product development, manufacturing, encouraging employee health and wellness or giving back to the community-we strive every day to achieve this shared goal.WE BELIEVE IN OUR VALUES

• Lead with Integrity
• We gain trust and confidence through ethics, quality, and compliance excellence
• Stand shoulder to shoulder no matter what
• We combine our best thinking and communicate openly to support each other.
• Own it always
• Every person at Emergent is engaged and accountable for delivering on our commitments.
• Break through thinking
• We take smart risks, pursue innovation and challenge ourselves to constantly improve.
• Compete where it counts
• We set the right goals and respect each other as we conquer them together.