ScientistPosted: November 5, 2009
Description: - Scientist (00627) Job Description Scientist-00627 Job Category Analytical Labs Primary Location North America-United States-New Jersey-Hamilton Description This position is based in Hopewell, NJ. The Scientist will require a B.S. or B.A. in chemistry, biochemistry or biology with 2 to 4 years experience in clinical release, Long Term Stability Studies (LTSS), Usetime, reagents, IND to BLA level testing of protein compounds, lab-scale stability and in-process testing. The Scientist will be responsible for charactierization of protein molecules and the analysis, evaluation and documentation of data in compliance with cGLP/GMPs and departmental SOPs. The Scientist must have strong scientific, analytical and conceptual skills. Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills will be necessary to work effectively in team settings. Qualifications Additional criteria/appropriate skills required are: * Demonstrated proficiency in working with electrophoretic techniques (SDS) and other boianytical techniques. * Demonstrated understanding of Good Documentation Practices. * Demonstrated understanding and compliance to current cGMP/cGLP, OSHA, and FDA requirements. * Knowledge of biology and protein chemistry. * Demonstrated proficiency in working with densitometers and electrophoretic instruments * Demonstrated proficiency in working with Data Collection and Report software (PDLIMS, ImageQuant TL) * Adaptability and productivity in a demanding/challenging work environment. * Ability to support maintenance, qualification, and calibration programs of the laboratory equipment. * Demonstration of good documentation practices as required in a cGMP/cGLP regulated laboratory * Demonstration of good interpersonal skills in a high throughput, active Compedial laboratory, including good communication with supervisors and co-workers and flexibility in a changing environment * GMP requirements in a Compendial Laboratory * Maintenance, Qualification and Calibration of laboratory equipment * Sampling Techniques * Testing techniques for Water Determination, Volume in Container, Particulate Matter (Light Obscuration, Microscopic analysis), Heavy Metals, A280, Weight Variation, Solution Density, Osmolality (Freezing Point, Vapor Pressure), conducitivity, and pH. * Operation of equipments used for Compendial test such as a pH meter, osmometer (freezing point and vapor pressure), density meter and pycnometer, Karl Fischer, HIAC (Model 9703), Conductivity meter, and UV-VIS Spectrophotometer (A280). Familiarity with writing out-of-specification investigation reports. * Computer Skills (Microsoft office programs i.e. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) PPD is an Equal Opportunity Employer Job Posting Send This Job to a Friend Send this job description to a friend by email. All the relevant details will be included in the message.Send This Job to a Friend Please refer to job code 19940 when responding to this ad.
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