Senior QC Analytical Chemist - Group Leader

Job Description

Eurofins PSS is currently hiring for a Senior QC Analytical Chemist Group Leader to support and lead GMP testing of pharmaceutical in-process, raw materials, intermediates, APIs, and stability samples. In addition, the successful candidate will support investigations of invalid results, method transfer activities, and lead a team of 3-5 individual contributors. This individual will have high attention to detail and possess excellent organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct testing and review in accordance with approved methods, specifications, protocols, and compendial requirements

• Follow protocols for GMP regulations, including 21 CFR Parts 210 and 211, and applicable ICH guidelines

• Testing of pharmaceutical samples including in-process, raw materials, intermediates, API, stability, and more.

• Participate in method transfer, qualification, and verification studies

• Support investigations for OOS, OOT, and invalid results

• Utilize various analytical techniques including: NMR, GC, LC, ICP-OES, IR, RI, UV-Vis, Conductivity, Specific Rotation, Titration, TGA, and more

• Reference standard qualification and management

• Elemental impurities and residual solvent testing and review

Leadership & Team Management Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop a team of chemists.

• Serve as a proactive and effective point of contact for client and internal teams.

• Participate in new hire interviews and onboarding processes as needed

• Disseminate administrative communications and promote company vision

• Ensure adherence to highest quality and efficiency standards in laboratory operations

• Perform administrative tasks to support team member growth and development

• Balance technical work with team leadership responsibilities

• Foster morale, collaboration, and teamwork with the group

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Life Sciences, or related degree with 5+ years of GMP/GLP testing experience; OR MS in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Life Sciences, or related degree with 3+ years of industry GMP/GLP testing experience

• 3+ years of industry experience with Liquid Chromatography (LC), Conductivity, and Titration

• Proven experience utilizing at least two of the following techniques and/or instruments:
• Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR), Gas Chromatography (GC), Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectroscopy (ICP-OES), Infrared Spectroscopy (IR), Refractive Index (RI), Ultraviolet-Visible (UV-Vis), Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA)

• Knowledge and in-depth understanding of GMPs, ICH, and 21 CRF guidelines

• 1+ years of prior leadership experience

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of successful leadership experience

Additional Information

This position is a permanent, full-time role with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Albany, NY are encouraged to apply. The position is 6am-4:30pm, and the following shifts are available:

• Sunday, Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday

• Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, & Saturday

Excellent full-time benefits include

• Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options

• Life and disability insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid vacation and holidays

• Eligibility for yearly goal-based bonus & merit-based increases

• Compensation: $33.50-$41.00 per hour based on education, past leadership, and related industry experience

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.