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<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionSalary: $26- $30 per hour. DOE 
 
Quality Control Microbiology
Department: Quality Location: Centennial, CO, 80112 Employment Type: Full-Time. Compensation:$26-30 per hour
 
Job Summary
The Microbiologist will be responsible for overseeing environmental monitoring, sterility testing, and microbial identification processes to ensure compliance with USP &lt;795&gt;, &lt;797&gt;, and &lt;800&gt;, as well as FDA and state board regulations. This role plays a critical part in maintaining aseptic conditions and ensuring the microbiological integrity of compounded sterile preparations.
 
Key Responsibilities
Environmental Monitoring:
<ul>
<li>Perform routine and non-routine and non-viable EM of ISO-classified cleanrooms</li>
<li>Conduct active air, passive air, surface, and personal sampling during and after operations</li>
<li>Analyze data trends and ensure results are within facility-specific alert and action levels</li>
<li>Ensure proper sampling coverage of critical and non-critical zones.</li>
</ul>
Microbiological Testing of Utilities and Materials:
<ul>
<li>Test purified water systems, surfaces, and personnel for microbial contamination</li>
<li>Conduct bioburden testing of raw materials and components prior to compounding</li>
<li>Maintain sample traceability and data integrity from collection through result reporting</li>
</ul>
Sterility Assurance and USP &lt;71&gt; Testing:
<ul>
<li>Coordinate sterility testing for CSPs using membrane filtration or direct inoculation</li>
<li>Monitor incubation and growth observations according to USP &lt;71&gt;</li>
<li>Document results and escalate any abnormal findings per established protocols</li>
</ul>
Endotoxin Testing (USP &lt;85&gt;):
<ul>
<li>Oversee bacterial endotoxin testing (BET) using LAL methods (gel-clot, chromogenic, turbidimetric)</li>
<li>Ensure test methods meet compendial and product-specific requirements</li>
<li>Investigate test failures and assess impact on product quality and safety.</li>
</ul>
Microbial Identification and Trending:
<ul>
<li>Identify recovered organisms using Gram staining and advanced ID tools</li>
<li>Track trends in cleanroom isolates and product contamination data</li>
<li>Prepare monthly and quarterly microbiological trending reports (Data gave me this frequency - can change to reflect our needs - or leave as is)</li>
</ul>
OOS and Excursion Investigations:
<ul>
<li>Lead microbiology-related investigations for out-of-specification results or EM excursions</li>
<li>Perform root cause analysis and implement CAPs in collaboration with QA</li>
<li>Ensure accurate, complete, and timely investigation documentation</li>
</ul>
Aseptic Technique and Gowning Qualification Support:
<ul>
<li>Observe and evaluate aseptic practices during media fills and daily operations</li>
<li>Assist with training, qualification, and periodic requalification of cleanroom personnel</li>
<li>Review gowning footage and aseptic practices for compliance with SOPs</li>
</ul>
Laboratory Equipment Maintenance and Qualification:
<ul>
<li>Oversee calibration and maintenance of EM and microbiology lab equipment (e.g., air sampler, endotoxin readers)</li>
<li>Maintain equipment logs, service records, and calibration certificates</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with cGMPs and lab SOPs</li>
</ul>
SOP Management and Document Control:
<ul>
<li>Draft, revise, and review SOPs, protocols, and microbiological test methods</li>
<li>Ensure alignment with USP chapters, FDA guidance, and internal procedures</li>
<li>Support regular SOP review cycles and change control processes</li>
</ul>
Interdepartmental Collaboration:
<ul>
<li>Partner with QA and Production on cleanroom control and contamination risk management</li>
<li>Participate in cross-functional meetings, audits, and projects</li>
<li>Provide microbiological input for risk assessments and change controls</li>
</ul>
Audit and Regulatory Support:
<ul>
<li>Prepare and present microbiology data during internal and external audits</li>
<li>Support regulatory inspections with required documentation</li>
<li>Maintain an audit-ready state through continuous compliance</li>
</ul>
 
 
Physical Demands:
<ul>
<li>Ability to stand for long periods of time during cleanroom monitoring or gowning activities</li>
<li>Fine motor skills to handle small lab tools, pipettes, swabs, and other microbiological equipment</li>
<li>Ability to lift and carry equipment or testing materials weighing up to 25 pounds</li>
<li>Good visual acuity (with or without corrective lenses) for microscopic analysis and detailed data review</li>
<li>Capability to work in controlled environments (temperature and humidity controlled cleanrooms)</li>
<li>Occasional sitting, bending, crouching, or reaching as required by cleanroom tasks</li>
</ul>
 
Required Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Bachelors Degree in Microbiology, Biology, or related field</li>
<li>Minimum 2 years of experience in microbiological testing in a regulated pharmaceutical, biotech, or compounding environment</li>
<li>Working knowledge of USP chapters: &lt;795&gt; &lt;797&gt; &lt;71&gt; &lt;85&gt; &lt;1116&gt;</li>
<li>Familiarity with aseptic technique and cleanroom practices in GMP/GLP settings</li>
<li>Experience with environmental monitoring, bioburden testing, and sterility testing protocols</li>
<li>Strong understanding of cGMPs, FDA guidelines, and quality documentation practices</li>
<li>Proficiency in Google Suite and LIMS or quality documentation systems</li>
</ul>
 
Benefits
<ul>
<li>Company-paid health, dental, and vision insurance.</li>
<li>401(k) plan with employer match.</li>
<li>Paid Holidays, Floating Holidays, and Paid Time Off (PTO).</li>
<li>Tuition and Certification Reimbursement Programs.</li>
<li>RTD EcoPass for public transportation.</li>
<li>Opportunities for professional growth and development.</li>
</ul>
 
 
Equal Opportunity Employer
VPI Compounding Pharmacy is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for all qualified individuals employed by or seeking employment with VPI, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual preference, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, or non-job-related disabilities. This policy extends to all areas of employment, including recruitment, job assignment, promotion, and other terms of employment.

Quality Control Microbiology

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Nightingale Nurses - Allied is seeking a travel Physicist for a travel job in Wilmington, North Carolina.
Job Description &amp; Requirements
<ul>
<li>Specialty: Physicist</li>
<li>Discipline: Allied Health Professional</li>
<li>Start Date: 12/15/2025</li>
<li>Duration: 13 weeks</li>
<li>40 hours per week</li>
<li>Shift: 8 hours, days, nights, flexible</li>
<li>Employment Type: Travel</li>
</ul>

Travel Physicist

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Analytical Services Chemist III
Job Summary:
This position is primarily responsible for the laboratory testing of raw materials, packaging materials, in-process, release and stability samples for developmental and pre-commercial drug products, including the evaluation of new raw materials, new packaging materials, reference standard qualifications, method transfers, and develop and validate methods within the framework of cGMP compliance guidelines.
Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Perform routine and non-routine physical and chemical tests and assays on raw materials, API’s, in-process, finished products, experimental batches and associated stability studies</li>
<li>Testing performed to include basic and complex lab equipment and procedures, such as pH, Loss on Drying, Residue on Ignition, Water Content by Karl Fischer, Assay/Impurities by HPLC, Dissolution, Residual Solvents by GC, and wet chemistry techniques such as titrations and sample derivatizations</li>
<li>Conduct analytical research and develop analytical methods to test pharmaceutical products for conformance to established specifications with some supervision.</li>
<li>Develop and validate analytical test methods for assay, dissolution, preservatives in drug products according to ICH/FDA/USP requirements with minimal to no supervision.</li>
<li>Develop and validate test methods for residual solvents and impurities/degradation products in drug substances/excipients/drug products according to ICH/FDA/USP requirements under some supervision</li>
<li>Develop and validate analytical Cleaning Validation methods and perform testing of cleaning validation samples and generate analytical report with minimum supervision.</li>
<li>Multi-task by working on several simultaneous projects. Develop project timelines.</li>
<li>Document all laboratory testing and maintain accurate and legible notebooks and records</li>
<li>Perform peer review on other analysts’ data.</li>
<li>Provide regular update progress reports of projects</li>
<li>Comply with all relevant regulatory requirements</li>
<li>At all times strive to maintain the self-esteem of individual team members and the professionalism of the group as a whole</li>
<li>Perform laboratory troubleshooting, propose solutions and implement</li>
<li>Other projects and duties as required or assigned</li>
<li>Provide technical input for purchase of new/updated laboratory instruments and software systems</li>
<li>Train other laboratory chemists on analytical instrumentation and methods.</li>
<li>Mentor/Train team members on new/revised skills and testing procedures</li>
</ul>
Education/Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>BS Degree in Chemistry or related field and 4 – 8 years of pharmaceutical product analysis experience in a cGMP-regulated lab environment</li>
<li>Masters Degree preferred</li>
<li>Experience working in the pharmaceutical industry and/or analytical laboratory</li>
<li>Knowledge of cGMP, USP/NF, and FDA guidelines and regulations</li>
<li>Expertise in analytical methods and lab instrumentation (e.g. HPLC, GC, dissolution, wet chemistry)</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to perform method development and validation in accordance with ICH regulations with minimal supervision</li>
<li>Excellent oral and written communication skills</li>
<li>Strong organization, time management, leadership and troubleshooting skills</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to work as part of a cross-functional team</li>
<li>Basic knowledge in Microsoft Word and Excel</li>
<li>Experience with software associated with a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and a Chromatography Data System (CDS)</li>
<li>Work mainly performed in lab</li>
<li>Travel &lt; 5%</li>
</ul>

Analytical Services Chemist III

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Position Purpose:
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the lead synthetic chemist at the Transportation Security Laboratory (TSL).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Follows currently established standard operating procedures (SOPs) to synthesize homemade explosives (HMEs).</li>
<li>Performs research to develop syntheses for new HMEs of interest.</li>
<li>Performs quality control of HMEs synthesized at the TSL.</li>
<li>Works directly with federal client to achieve the goals of the HME laboratory at the TSL.</li>
<li>Performs wet chemistry (dilutions, extractions, etc.).</li>
<li>Composes and reviews technical reports and SOPs.</li>
<li>Composes, reviews, and executes test plans.</li>
<li>Performs literature reviews.</li>
<li>Safely handles explosive and other hazardous materials.</li>
<li>Sources materials and submits purchase requests.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Required Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities:
<ul>
<li>Previous experience synthesizing and handling energetic material.</li>
<li>Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.</li>
<li>Good listening skills.</li>
<li>Team player with a positive attitude.</li>
<li>Good working skills of software and tools necessary for job functions including Microsoft Office suite.</li>
<li>Experience with measuring density and refractive index</li>
<li>Experience with IR, RAMAN, or NMR</li>
<li>Experience with using EasyMax for chemical syntheses</li>
</ul>

Education/Experience: 
Incumbent professional should have: a bachelor's degree in chemistry with a minimum of five years relevant experience; or a master's degree in chemistry with at least two years of relevant experience; or a PhD in Chemistry with at least one year of relevant experience.
Certificates and Licenses: 
None

Clearance: 
The ability to obtain a Secret clearance and Department of Homeland Security suitability is required for this position.
Supervisory Responsibilities: 
The incumbent professional may oversee junior level chemists performing synthetic chemistry tasks.
Working Conditions/ Equipment: 
The incumbent professional is expected to work and/or be available during regular business hours. He/she should also generally be available via e-mail or phone during non-business hours as needed to address critical issues or emergencies. He/she may be required to travel on behalf of the company up to 25%.
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.
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Synthetic Chemist- Energetic Materials

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Position Purpose:
We are seeking a skilled Thermal Chemist to conduct advanced thermal analysis and materials characterization in support of chemical formulation and materials development programs. This role requires strong knowledge of industrial chemical processes, thermal analysis techniques, and sophisticated analytical methods. The successful candidate will play a critical role in developing, testing, and characterizing chemical formulations while ensuring the highest standards of safety and analytical excellence.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Advanced Thermal Analysis:</li>
<li>Conduct detailed thermal analysis of materials using differential scanning calorimetry (DSC)</li>
<li>Perform thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) to assess decomposition pathways and thermal stability</li>
<li>Operate accelerating rate calorimetry (ARC) systems for comprehensive thermal hazard evaluation</li>
<li>Analyze kinetic parameters and reaction mechanisms of material decomposition</li>
<li>Develop thermal models and predictive capabilities for safety and performance assessment</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Data Analysis &amp; Reporting:</li>
<li>Analyze complex thermal and analytical data to extract meaningful insights about material properties</li>
<li>Prepare comprehensive technical reports documenting experimental results and conclusions</li>
<li>Present findings to technical teams, management, and external stakeholders</li>
<li>Maintain detailed laboratory notebooks and ensure data integrity and traceability</li>
<li>Support patent applications and technical publications</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Materials Characterization &amp; Analysis:</li>
<li>Perform comprehensive materials characterization using vibrational spectroscopy techniques (FTIR, Raman)</li>
<li>Conduct particle size analysis to determine morphology and distribution characteristics</li>
<li>Execute sensitivity testing protocols including electrostatic discharge (ESD), friction, and impact sensitivity assessments</li>
<li> Analyze chemical composition, purity, and stability of energetic materials and intermediates</li>
<li>Required Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities:</li>
<li>Advanced knowledge of chemical thermodynamics and materials science principles</li>
<li>Proficiency with thermal analysis software and data interpretation</li>
<li>Experience with statistical analysis and experimental design</li>
<li>Understanding of chemical reaction mechanisms and kinetic modeling</li>
</ul>
Education/Experience
A bachelor’s degree in chemistry with at least 12 years of experience OR a master’s degree in chemistry with at least 6 years of experience OR a Ph.D. in chemistry with at least 1 year of experience.
Certificates &amp; Licenses:
None Required
Clearance:
The ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret clearance and Department of Homeland Security Fitness is required for this position.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervision of the technical activities performed by the more junior staff members assigned to the project is required for this position.
Working Conditions/Equipment:
The incumbent professional is expected to be present at the work site and/or be available during regular business hours. He/she should also generally be available via e-mail or phone during non-business hours as needed to address critical issues or emergencies.
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.
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Thermal Chemist

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Position Purpose:
The purpose of this position is to provide analytical chemistry subject matter expertise to one or more chemistry-based applied research projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 
<ul>
<li>Develops and validates analytical methods using thermal desorption (TD), gas chromatography (GC), liquid chromatography (LC), ion chromatography (IC), mass spectrometry (MS), and microscopy.</li>
<li>Performs troubleshooting and non-routine maintenance on TD, GC, LC, IC, MS, and microscopy instrumentation.</li>
<li>Ensures the readiness of TD, GC, LC, IC, MS, and microscopy instrumentation</li>
<li>Facilitates the stand-up of new analytical instrumentation</li>
<li>Leads meetings with company clients by preparing and presenting meeting materials in meetings</li>
<li>Develops innovative solutions to complex problems</li>
<li>Develops improvements to currently used processes and analysis methods</li>
<li>Trains, leads, and mentors junior level scientists to execute analytical chemistry tasks</li>
<li>Performs wet chemistry (dilutions, extractions, etc.)</li>
<li>Composes, reviews, and executes test plans and standard operating procedures</li>
<li>Composes and reviews technical reports</li>
<li>Performs literature reviews</li>
<li>Safely handles explosives and other hazardous materials</li>
<li>Sources materials and submits purchase requests</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned</li>
</ul>
Required Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities:
<ul>
<li>Positive attitude with a willingness to learn new things</li>
<li>Previous experience with TD, GC, LC, IC, or MS</li>
<li>Excellent working knowledge of TD, GC, LC, IC, and MS</li>
<li>Technical writing, presentation, verbal communication, and listening skills</li>
</ul>
Education/Experience: 
Incumbent professional should have a minimum of a bachelor's degree in chemistry with five to ten years of analytical chemistry experience or a graduate degree (masters or PhD) chemistry with up to five years of experience.
Certificates and Licenses: 
None

Clearance: 
The ability to obtain a Secret clearance and Department of Homeland Security suitability is required for this position.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
The incumbent professional has little to no supervisory responsibilities.
Working Conditions/ Equipment: 
The incumbent professional is expected to work and/or be available during regular business hours. He/she should also generally be available via e-mail or phone during non-business hours as needed to address critical issues or emergencies. He/she may be required to travel on behalf of the company up to 25%.
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.
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Analytical Chemist

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Title: Lab Pack Chemist
Starting Pay: $38/hr depending on experience
Location: San Jose CA
Contract to Hire - 6 month contract and then direct hire
 
Qualifications: 
<ul>
<li>BS degree in science or related with a desire to work in the Environmental industry</li>
<li>2+ years of lab pack experience</li>
<li>Great communication and be able to work directly with clients</li>
<li>Willing to get their hands dirty and work hard</li>
</ul>
 
Managers Notes:
<ul>
<li>Will be working for one of their largest clients</li>
<li>Will be working between 3 locations and will get paid mileage if they have to go between locations</li>
</ul>
 
Benefits:
<ul>
<li>Health, Dental and vision insurance</li>
<li>401/k with contribution</li>
<li>Tuition Reimbursement</li>
<li>Health &amp; Wellness including on location gyms</li>
<li>Training, Training, and more Training </li>
<li>They have a training schedule/program that everyone does and take 3 years and 120/hrs to complete</li>
<li>PTO and Holidays</li>
<li>Mentorship and career planning</li>
<li>Auto/home insurance discounts</li>
</ul>
 
Our client, who is one of the largest environmental services firms in North America is looking for Environmental Specialist to join their renowned team of professionals. They provide leading institutions in the higher education, life sciences, healthcare, and industrial sectors with diverse services and advice to assist them with compliance management.
As an Environmental Specialist you will support our clients by managing their hazardous waste programs &amp; projects, utilizing state &amp; federal regulations.
This is a labor-intensive role that requires a high-level of technical aptitude and the ability to deliver high-level customer service
 
Essential responsibilities and duties:
 
Technical:
<ul>
<li>Completion of on-boarding and Safety Training Development Program</li>
<li>Safety equipment inspections</li>
<li>Hazardous waste inspections</li>
<li>Perform and document environmental health and safety (EHS) audits for clients</li>
<li>Regularly preparing chemical and biological waste for shipment and disposal, including creation of all federal/state waste documents and managing the paperwork for the material</li>
<li>Following any applicable state and federal regulations [Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) &amp; Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations]</li>
<li>Develop understanding of OSHA regulations as well as Health and Safety practices</li>
<li>Monthly on-call responsibilities as part of our Emergency Response team</li>
</ul>
 
Hands-on:
<ul>
<li>Material handling (e.g. transportation of materials within client sites as well as from client sites to transfer and/or end disposal facilities)</li>
<li>Safe handling of hazardous waste containers on client sites, as well as loading/unloading of waste from vehicles</li>
<li>Packaging and prepping of hazardous waste for shipment</li>
<li>Spill response measures, including assessment of the spills and potentially leading the cleanup efforts</li>
<li>Requires you to work 40+ hours per week and overtime is frequently required</li>
</ul>
 
Customer service:
<ul>
<li>Professional attitude, high energy, and high-level communication skills required when dealing directly with client representatives</li>
<li>High level of expertise (e.g. state/federal regulations, EHS standards, waste management procedures, etc.)</li>
<li>Train clients on proper chemical safety and hazardous waste management</li>
<li>Attending client operations meetings</li>
<li>Training of new team member(s)</li>
</ul>
 
Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>BS/BA in Environmental Science or Business-related degree or relative Military experience preferred</li>
<li>Entry level - recent graduates accepted</li>
<li>Valid driver’s license</li>
</ul>
 
Ability to work as a member of a team as well as an individual
#LI-JB1

Lab Pack Chemist

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Position Purpose:
We are seeking an analytical chemist with broad experience in analytical chemisty including expertise in spectroscopy, solid-state characterization techniques, chromatography and mass spectrometry. This role will focus on supporting material characterization of energetic and related materials, and other novel materials of interest.
 Essential Duties and Reponsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Develop and apply spectroscopy methods (e.g. Raman, FTIR, UV-Vis, fluorescence) for characterization of energetic materials and novel compounds.</li>
<li>Develop and apply chromatographic and mass spectrometry methods (e.g. GC-MS, LC-MS, HRMS) for characterization of energetic materials and novel compounds.</li>
<li>Perform thermal and crystallographic analyses (e.g. DSC, TGA) to evaluate material stability, polymorphism, and structure–property relationships.</li>
<li>Collaborate with synthesis teams to identify and quantify trace impurities arising from benchtop chemical reaction experiments.</li>
<li> Develop and validate analytical methods to detect unknown and known impurities at trace levels.</li>
<li>Integrate spectroscopy data with chromatographic and mass spectrometric results for comprehensive material profiling.</li>
<li> Contribute to expanding organizational capability into broader materials science (e.g., polymers, co-crystals, composites).</li>
<li>Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting for a variety of analytical instrumentation.</li>
<li>Maintain rigorous safety practices appropriate for handling energetic and hazardous materials.</li>
</ul>
Required Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities:
<ul>
<li>Demonstrated expertise in spectroscopy techniques (Raman, FTIR, UV-Vis).</li>
<li>Demonstrated expertise in chromatographic and mass spectrometry techniques (GC-MS, LC-MS, HRMS).</li>
<li>Experience with thermal analysis and crystallographic methods (emphasis on DSC/TGA).</li>
<li>Familiarity with energetic materials, explosives, or hazardous chemical handling is highly desirable.</li>
<li>Strong collaborative skills; ability to communicate across technical teams.</li>
<li>Track record of method development and problem-solving in analytical chemistry.</li>
<li>Advanced skills in maintenance of analytical chemistry equipment including spectroscopy and mass spectrometry instruments is desired. </li>
</ul>
 Education/Experience:
<ul>
<li>Ph.D. in Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field; or</li>
<li>MS in Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field with 2+ years relevant experience.</li>
<li>BS in Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field with 5+ years relevant experience.</li>
</ul>
 Certificates &amp; Licenses:
 None required
 Clearance:
This position requires that the candidate be willing and able to complete a successful background screening for a security clearance. Candidates with an active security clearance will receive preference.
 Supervisory Responsibilities:
 None required.
 Working Conditions/Equipment:
 This is a full-time, fully on-site position. This position primarily operates during standard business hours, with occasional needs for extended workdays or weekend work to meet project timelines. A significant portion of this role (approximately 75%) involves hands-on laboratory work. You should be comfortable spending extended periods of time conducting experiments and working at a computer. The role may also require occasional domestic travel for conferences, trade shows, or research-related meetings. The ability to lift and carry light loads (under 25 lbs) without assistance is necessary. 
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<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Position Purpose:
The primary purpose of this position is to perform chemistry tasks at the Transportation Security Laboratory (TSL).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Collects and analyzes data using gas chromatography (GC), liquid chromatography with mass spectrometry detection (LCMS), and ion chromatography (IC).</li>
<li>Performs troubleshooting, maintenance, and method development on GC, LCMS, and IC instrumentation.</li>
<li>Performs wet chemistry (dilutions, extractions, etc.).</li>
<li>Collects and analyzes data using explosive trace detection (ETD) systems.</li>
<li>Performs microscopy measurements using stereomicroscope or polarized light microscope.</li>
<li>Composes and reviews technical reports and standard operating procedures.</li>
<li>Composes, reviews, and executes test plans.</li>
<li>Synthesizes homemade explosives.</li>
<li>Performs literature reviews.</li>
<li>Safely handles explosive and other hazardous materials.</li>
<li>Sources materials and submits purchase requests.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Required Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities:
<ul>
<li>Positive attitude.</li>
<li>Good working knowledge of trace analytical instrumentation (GC, LCMS, and IC).</li>
<li>Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.</li>
<li>Good listening skills.</li>
<li>Good working skills of software and tools necessary for job functions including Microsoft Office suite.</li>
<li>Previous experience handling energetic material.</li>
<li>Previous experience with ETD systems.</li>
</ul>
Education/Experience: 
Incumbent professional should have a minimum of a bachelor's degree in chemistry.
Certificates and Licenses: 
None

Clearance: 
The ability to obtain a Secret clearance and Department of Homeland Security suitability is required for this position.
Supervisory Responsibilities: 
The incumbent professional has little to no supervisory responsibilities.
Working Conditions/ Equipment: 
The incumbent professional is expected to work and/or be available during regular business hours. He/she should also generally be available via e-mail or phone during non-business hours as needed to address critical issues or emergencies. He/she may be required to travel on behalf of the company up to 25%.
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.
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Entry Level Chemist

<h3>Job Description</h3>
THE COMPANY:
Formulated Solutions is redefining the Pharmaceutical and Self-Directed Consumer Healthcare CDMO experience through creativity and invention; delivering our world class Marketing Partners unmatched formulations, innovative packaging and cost effective, reliable supply.
Formulated Solutions is and shall always be a company of people with the knowledge and dedication to provide our Marketing Partners with a single source solution for delivering quality and innovative products to market. We shall embrace changes and new opportunities as a vehicle to continually develop and grow sustainable relationships. As a company we shall never accept anything less than a culture that fosters creativity, growth, and profitability for both our Partners and the company.
 
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
The Analytical Laboratory Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily operations, staff, and projects to ensure compliance and efficiency. Key responsibilities include supervising and training lab personnel, ensuring quality control and regulatory adherence, managing workflow and scheduling, and handling administrative duties and budgets. The role requires a strong background in chemistry, often with experience in analytical techniques and specific pharmaceutical industry practices.
 
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
<ul>
<li>Routinely reviews and releases environmental testing, raw materials, in-process/bulk/intermediate, finished product, stability, and method validation/transfers.</li>
<li>Creates COAs for finished goods batches.</li>
<li>Oversee daily operation of QC Laboratory.</li>
<li>Occasionally performs testing, and accurately records raw data, analyzes data, and calculates and interprets the results.</li>
<li>Order supplies ensuring that the laboratory is adequately supplied.</li>
<li>Manage the reference standards/materials program.</li>
<li>Plan daily technical activities in order to meet established timelines. Provide input to establish project timelines.</li>
<li>Qualify, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment, including review of activities and data.</li>
<li>Support general laboratory maintenance.</li>
<li>Support site and Technical Operations validation and assessment activities such as reviewing and approving protocols and reports.</li>
<li>Write, review, and revise SOPs as required.</li>
<li>Ensure testing is performed accurately and in compliance with GLP, GMP, USP, SOP and other approved test methods</li>
<li>Proactively investigate and identify areas of improvement.</li>
<li>Investigate, support, validate and implement new laboratory procedures and techniques.</li>
<li>Provide monthly lab metrics to management.</li>
<li>Maintain a level of technical knowledge and understanding of Analytical testing consistent with current scientific literature.</li>
<li>Perform scientific literature searches and evaluations as needed.</li>
<li>Design, within a defined scope, experiments or a series of experiments to address specific project goals.</li>
<li>Train laboratory personnel in lab techniques as required.</li>
<li>Responsible for Cleaning Validation and Method Validation activities.</li>
<li>Follow cGMP, cGLP and OSHA guidelines with regards to work practices and safety.</li>
<li>Other duties which may be assigned sometimes by site management.</li>
</ul>
 
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
<ul>
<li>A minimum of a BS in Chemistry or related field</li>
<li>Minimum of 5 years’ experience preferably in the pharmaceutical industry</li>
<li>Capable of preparing cGMP and other laboratory documents</li>
<li>Excellent knowledge of computer systems and software</li>
<li>Good knowledge of cGMP and FDA regulations</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication skills</li>
</ul>
 
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
<ul>
<li>GMP Manufacturing and Laboratory Environment</li>
<li>May be exposed to laboratory chemicals and solvents</li>
</ul>

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