Overview
Manager, Product Quality Jobs in San Diego, CA at Mirador Therapeutics, Inc.
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We are seeking to hire a Raw Materials Chemist I to join our Quality Control team…
If any of the below describes you, we would love to meet you!
JOB SUMMARY
The Raw Materials Chemist will report to the Manager of Raw Materials QC, and will perform chemical and physical testing on pharmaceutical raw materials (APIs, Excipients and Packaging components).
RESPONSIBILITIES AND LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
Perform sampling, physical testing, and chemical testing of raw materials as described in the documented procedure or compendia with minimal supervision in accordance with cGMP guidelines.
Compile samples for send out testing and maintain associated documentation.
Maintain laboratory equipment and work areas in good working condition.
Ensure Raw Material documentation is accurate and up to date and revise as needed (i.e. certificates of analysis, test methods, Standard Operating Procedures)
Monitor compendia for changes that effect current raw materials testing and procedures.
Perform assigned calibrations and preventative maintenance for equipment in the laboratory.
Recognize and troubleshoot equipment issues.
Recognize and investigate Out of Specification results, Out of Trend results and deviations in accordance with cGMP guidelines and report results to supervisor.
Audit laboratory documentation.
Assist with training of Raw Material Analysts and temporary personnel.
Responsible for laboratory systems as assigned (i.e. logbooks, calibrations, standards)
Perform new material verifications with minimal supervision.
Assist with method validations.
Assist with installation of new laboratory equipment.
Accurately maintain notebooks and files compliant with current GMPs and internal Standard Operating procedures.
Observes all safety procedures and regulations.
Other job-related tasks as required
REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor or Master’s degree in Chemistry or related field
0-2 years’ experience for a Chemist I, 3-5 years’ experience for a Chemist II; working in a Quality Control, Raw Materials or Research and Development Laboratory, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry; years’ + type of experience and Education level will determine level
Working knowledge of laboratory procedures, equipment, instrumentation, safety procedures and laboratory practice
Working knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word. Microsoft Access experience a plus
Basic knowledge of technical writing coupled with good oral communication skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Stand, walk, push, pull, twist, reach overhead, and bend to the floor.
Occasionally move items or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds – potential to handle heavier materials with mechanical assistance.
Occasionally required to climb ladders and/or steps to reach equipment.
Reading precision measuring equipment, machine dials, gages, and thermometers; must be able to observe fine details utilizing a microscope.
Adare Pharma is an equal opportunity employer & prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital & veteran status.
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NO AGENCIES OR THIRD PARTIES
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Title: Manager, Product Quality
Company: Mirador Therapeutics, Inc.
Location: San Diego, CA
