Senior Chemist - Raw Materials

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Raw Material Chemist to join our team. As a Raw Material Chemist, you will play a critical role in the testing, evaluation, and quality control of raw material samples. Your expertise will drive product innovation, quality assurance, and cost-effectiveness while ensuring compliance with industry regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct detailed chemical and physical analyses of raw materials using techniques such as the following, including but not limited to:
  • Spectroscopy (FTIR, UV-Vis)
  • Chromatography (HPLC, GC, TLC)
  • Dissolution
  • Potentiometric Titrations / Assay
  • Viscosity
  • pH
  • Conductivity
  • Karl Fisher
  • Specific Gravity
  • Loss on Drying
  • Residue on Ignition
• Oversee the quality control of incoming raw materials and ensure their compliance with company standards. Troubleshoot any material-related issues.
• Proven ability to analyze raw material issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
• Strong experience with HPLC and GC testing/techniques and Empower software
• Ability to troubleshoot instrument / equipment issues
• Perform method verifications / validations on new methods
• Perform calibration of instrument / equipment
• Maintain meticulous, accurate and precise records of specifications, test methods, testing data, results, and any deviations from standard procedures.
• Evaluate test results for accuracy
• Review / Release raw data, documentation and results for Certificate of Analysis
• Prepare detailed reports for management and regulatory purposes.
• Author / revise technical documents including but not limited to specifications, test methods, method verification / validation / transfer protocol or reports, SOPs, investigations, etc.
• Ensure that all raw materials comply with industry regulations and safety standards
• Knowledge of current GMP, FDA regulations, ICH guidelines, ISO 17025 and other regulatory requirements as applicable.
• Working knowledge of computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring accurate and precise testing and documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively report findings and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to maintain a safe, clean, and orderly laboratory environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with minimal supervision

• Education: Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Chemistry or other science related field
• Experience: Bachelor’s: Minimum of 6 years or Master’s: Minimum of 4 years of experience in a raw material, chemistry, or quality control role, preferably in pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, cosmetics
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Positions are full-time, working Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, overtime as needed.  Candidates currently living within commutable distance to North Brunswick, NJ are encouraged to apply.

• Annual compensation between $90,000 and $100,000

Excellent full time benefits including

• Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.