Pharmaceutical & BioScience Society, PBSS

Position:
Pharmaceutical Chemist III

Employer:
Pharmatek Laboratories

Description:
Pharmatek Laboratories, Inc. is a premier pharmaceutical chemistry development and manufacturing organization supporting the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. Pharmatek focuses on bringing client drug compounds from discovery to the clinic with services that include analytical development, preformulation testing, formulation development, GMP manufacturing and stability storage and testing. At Pharmatek, we recruit and develop exceptional individuals with a passion for science and determination to excel. We offer a technically challenging and stimulating environment and the opportunity to learn from the best. We provide a generous benefits package, on-site gym and fitness programs, team sports, activities and competitive compensation. In fact, we were named one of the “Best Places to Work” by the San Diego Business Journal! Please follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Pharmatek The individual for this position will be responsible for the formulation and analytical development of injectable drug candidates for human clinical studies. The individual should have a strong analytical background to support characterization of small molecules and/or peptide drug products. Previous experience formulating drugs as solution or lyophilized products is desired (training may be provided as applicable). An individual at the level of Chemist III will be expected to take responsibility for the completion of projects under minimal supervision. The individual will be expected to develop time lines and plan series of experiments as required by service agreements and then coordinate and possibly delegate responsibilities to meet Client's expectations. The individual must have a fundamental understanding of ICH guidelines for the chemistry, manufacturing and controls (CMC) of drug products. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Conduct and/or supervise the execution of analytical and formulation studies for injectable drug candidates Develop, optimize or troubleshoot stability-indicating HPLC analytical methods when appropriate Develop lyophilization cycles for injectable products Prepare update documents and technical reports for clients Develop strategic experimental plans and timelines Demonstrates competency in GMP and IND enabling formulation strategies Interpret data and use conclusions to propose follow up experiments Lead technical discussions with clients Effectively communicate with clients and interdepartmental colleagues

Qualifications/Experience:
Minimum B.S. degree in a physical or biological science, Chemistry preferred. 5+ years of experience with techniques such as: HPLC, reversed-phase chromatography, ion-exchange chromatography, UV/Vis spectroscopy, DSC, TGA, and lyophilization. USP testing monographs and/or knowledge of GLP and GMP regulations such as: proper GMP documentation, method validation, test method preparation, product specification development for pharmaceutical products. Experience in formulation development is preferred. Strong written and oral communication skills. Well organized, excellent time management, and PC and Microsoft Office proficient. Hands-on experience using HPLC to characterize small molecule and peptide drug candidates. Desire to grow into supervisory role

Location: San Diego, CA

Contact: http://pharmateklaboratories.applytojob.com/apply/kHV9ZX/Pharmaceutical-Chemist-III

Post Date: 5/5/2016 11:06:33 AM