Chemist

Job Summary: 

To provide analytical support for solid dosage pharmaceutical forms, primarily by using dissolution testing, spectroscopy, HPLC, wet chemistry, and by maintaining log books and performing data management/report writing as necessary.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

· Performing analysis of pharmaceutical dosage forms and raw materials (includes but is not limited to dissolution testing, spectroscopy, HPLC analysis, and wet chemistry)

in an analytical environment.

· Maintaining lab notebooks and log books in accordance with company guidelines designed to comply with cGMP.

· Performing data management/report writing assignments as necessary.

· Development and validation of analytical methods.

Non-Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

· Calibration of laboratory instruments.

· Performing chemical inventories.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

· N/A

Knowledge & Other Qualifications:

· Minimum BS in science degree (Chemistry degree is preferred) relevant pharmaceutical analysis experience preferred.

· Detail oriented, strong laboratory documentation skills is a plus.

· Strong knowledge of HPLC and dissolution testing.

· Experience with dissolution testing, method development, validation, and calibration.

· Must be knowledgeable in pharmaceutical documentation and cGMPs.

· Communication skills in English language (writing, speaking, comprehending).

· Basic computer skills - knowledge of Microsoft® Word and Excel, and LIMS is a plus.

· Most important techniques to know are HPLC, dissolution, GMP (understanding of SOPs, regulations, documentation).

· Prefer 6 months of GMP experience.

Other Characteristics:

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· Ability to maintain high ethical standards of integrity and quality.

· Capable of being innovative and dynamic in approach to work.

· Capable of performing other duties as assigned by management.

· Dependable, Good Communication skills, able to work independently and collaborate with a team.

· Authorized to legally work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Supernus Pharmaceuticals is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other characteristic protected by law.