SENIOR QC CHEMIST

LGM Pharma

$75K — $95K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related field; Master's preferred.
  • 5+ years in a pharmaceutical or GMP-regulated lab.
  • Strong knowledge of HPLC, GC, and spectroscopy techniques.
  • Familiar with cGMP, FDA, USP, and ICH standards.
  • Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
  • Ability to independently manage multiple tasks.
  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Perform chemical analyses of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
  • Operate and maintain various laboratory instrumentation like HPLC, GC, and UV-Vis.
  • Review and interpret analytical data for compliance with specifications.
  • Troubleshoot analytical methods and instrumentation issues.
  • Develop, validate, and transfer analytical methods according to industry standards.
  • Prepare and review laboratory documentation including reports and SOPs.
  • Ensure compliance with cGMP, safety, and organizational policies.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Company matching 401K.
Full Job Description
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Perform routine and non-routine chemical analysis of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products using validated analytical methods.
  • Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR, and other analytical equipment.
  • Review and interpret analytical data to ensure compliance with specifications and regulatory requirements.
  • Troubleshoot analytical methods, instrumentation issues, and laboratory processes.
  • Develop, validate, and transfer analytical methods in accordance with industry standards (e.g., USP, ICH, FDA guidelines).
  • Prepare and review laboratory documentation, including test methods, protocols, reports, and SOPs.
  • Ensure all laboratory activities comply with cGMP, safety, and company policies.
  • Train and mentor junior chemists and laboratory technicians.
  • Support internal and external audits and inspections.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in laboratory systems (e.g., LIMS, notebooks).
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Quality Assurance, Production, and R&D.
  • Assist with investigations related to out-of-specification (OOS) and out-of-trend (OOT) results.


QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related scientific field required; Master's degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a pharmaceutical or GMP-regulated laboratory.
  • Strong knowledge of analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, and spectroscopy.
  • Familiarity with cGMP, FDA, USP, and ICH guidelines.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


We offer medical, dental, vision and company matching 401K.

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