Chemist I - Pharmaceutical Associates, Inc

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The primary responsibility of this position is to analyze drug substances, drug products, and/or stability samples
using approved laboratory monographs/specifications, Standard Operating Procedures, and USP/NF
methodologies to ensure drug products manufactured at and distributed by Pharmaceutical Associates, Inc. meet
all quality and compliance requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. This position is considered full time, 40-hour per week on average, position on a daily basis. Follows all
policies, procedures, SOPs, cGMPS, Work Instructions, and supervisor instructions. This duty is
performed daily, about 100% of the time.
2. HPLC/GC Chemists: Shall have an emphasis in HPLC and/or GC methodology and analyses including all
applicable preparations (extractions, dissolution, ISE separation, etc.), and training or experience in
chromatographic software and instrument troubleshooting.
3. Wet Chemists: Shall have an emphasis in wet chemistry methodology and analyses such as various
titrations, dissolution, USP/NF limit tests, Identifications, TLC, etc.
4. Responsible for performing analysis of raw materials, bulk, finished product, and stability samples in a
timely and compliant manner, as instructed by QC Supervisor, per applicable SOPs, PAI
monographs/specifications, and USP methodology to ensure finished goods are acceptable for distribution.
5. Responsible for documentation of all analyses per applicable SOPs.
6. Responsible for performance of routine laboratory functions to support manufacturing/production and
assure that production schedule is met.
7. Responsible for the timely testing and release of manufactured bulk drug products for packaging.
8. Responsible for maintaining clean and organized laboratories. Wash labware and pipettes by
loading/unloading dishwasher/pipette washer.
9. Notify Laboratory Coordinator when reagents, standards, and other materials need to be ordered to ensure
all resources available for testing.
10. Assist in training and evaluating laboratory personnel to run laboratory equipment for established
methods.
11. Assist in documentation review of laboratory notebooks.
12. Accountable for the accuracy and timeliness of work, attention to detail, and adherence to test method
monograph/specifications. For following applicable Standard Operating Procedures, including all safety
procedures and policies. For working safely in an effective work team.
Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job su ccessfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Five year technical degree (I.E. bachel ors) or equivalent experience required. In such fields such as engineering,
science, computer engineering, etc, plus Not indicated. Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

SOFTWARE SKILLS REQUIRED
Advanced: Other
Intermediate: Dat abase, Spreadsheet, Word Processing/Typing
ADDITIONAL SOFTWARE SKILLS
experienced in chromatographic software (ex: Millennium, Empower)

OTHER SKILLS
Applicable experie nce in an analytical laboratory preferred, experience in GMP laboratory is ideal. Standard
laboratory equipment, including viscometer, centrifuge, analytical balance, conductivity meter, dissolution
apparatus, Karl Fischer, density meter, pH meter, HPLC, GC/FID, GC/Headspace, IR, UV-Vis, AA, polarimeter,
particle size analyzer, and refractomer.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily.
PAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, PAI will
provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective
and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

PAI uses E-Verify.
EEO Employer / Veteran / Disabled