Chemist II, E&L
SGS North America Inc.

Company Description

SGS is the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 89,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

Job Description

The Chemist II, Extractables &Leachables will perform sample preparation, GC-MS/FID and/or LC-MS/PDA, and/or ICP-MS/OES analysis on extractable and leachable (E&L) testing of pharmaceutical containers and medical devices.

• Operates and maintains laboratory equipment and instrumentation required for cGMP analysis of samples
• Prepares chemical solutions following standard operating procedures and appropriate testing methods
• Operates and maintains GC-MS/FID and/or LC-MS/PDA and/or ICP-MS/OES instruments
• Keeps an inventory of laboratory chemicals and disposable equipment necessary for the daily functioning of the laboratory
• Performs wet chemistry and raw material analysis as requested
• Perform testing in accordance with specified methods
• Document all testing activities in accordance with cGMP
• Performs duties according to LSS Global direction and in compliance with cGMP and GLP regulations and SGS Integrity programs.

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related science degree
• 2+ years of experience on GC-MS/FID and/or LC-MS/PDA and/or ICP-MS/OES
• General knowledge of chemistry and knowledge of various analytical techniques and methodologies