*****Pharmaceutical Scientist*******

Kelly Scientific Resources currently has an excellent opportunity in the Riverside area for a Scientist with a growing pharmaceutical company.

Summary: Under general supervision, performs laboratory analyses in the testing of raw materials, in process (IP), finished products (FP) and stability (ST) samples, performs maintenance and calibration of analytical instruments, and prepares standard and sample solutions. Carries out laboratory work to support product development, exhibit batch testing, method development and validation, laboratory investigations and performance of non-routine testing such as method comparisons, method validations and reference standard qualifications.

Essential Job Functions: This is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.

' Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies, procedures, and state, federal and local laws.
' Operates general analytical instruments during raw material, in process and finished product testing such as HPLC, Gas Chromatography (GC), UV, automatic titrator, IR, AA TLC and dissolution testing.
' Performs wet chemistry tests on samples such as LOD, pH, and titration; prepares standard and sample solutions as required by test methods; and performs all necessary calculations associated with the test analyses.
' Labels, transcribes and records documentation such as report sheets and laboratory notebooks as required by Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
' Cleans, maintains and calibrates laboratory equipment to ensure compliance with cGLP and cGMP.
' Performs physical testing such as particle size analysis, disintegration, hardness and friability.
' Assists with the investigations and method validations.
' Carries out quantitative and qualitative analyses in support of reference standard qualifications, method comparisons, method transfers, and cleaning validation.
' Meets project deadlines and performance standards as assigned.
' Complies with all Company policies and procedures, including safety rules and regulations.
' Performs related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

Knowledge of:

' Pertinent SOP's related to pharmaceutical laboratory testing, analyses and documentation.
' UV/IR, HPLC, GC and TLC instruments operation methods and techniques.
' Business, scientific and personal computer hardware and software applications.
' Business English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
' Wet Chemistry and Chemistry related to sampling methods, quality control systems, analysis and documentation practices and procedures.
' FDA, cGLP, cGMP, and SOP regulatory rules, regulations and guidelines.
' Spectroscopic and chromatographic operation, techniques and systems.
' Current Company policies, practices and procedures, including safety rules and regulations.

Skill in:

' Performing testing accurately and precisely.
' Responding to routine inquiries from management, employees and regulatory agencies.
' Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
' Operating scientific and personal computers.
' Managing multiple projects, duties and assignments.
' Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with others.
' Complying with all Company policies and procedures, including safety rules and regulations.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Incumbents in this class are subject to extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, stooping, bending, lifting materials and supplies weighing up to 30 pounds, vision to monitor, and moderate to loud noise levels. Incumbents may be exposed to toxic materials, toxic gases, electrical hazards, dangerous tools and equipment and the antibiotics penicillin and cephalosporin. Work is performed in a laboratory environment.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Science or related science field from an accredited college or university, and one (1) year related laboratory experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Interested applicants should apply directly below to the on-line resume builder link, or fax your resume to 909-989-2898 or call us at 909-989-1983.Kelly Services is an Equal Opportunity EmployerContact Information :.Palm Brook Corp Center
Ontario CA 91764