• Job Description

  Req#: 33706
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics department of Radiology PET is seeking a Chemist Assistant to be responsible for qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses of raw materials, in-process samples and finished product. Perform analyses using a combination of wet chemistry techniques and analytical instrumentation in accordance to FDA current Good Manufacturing (cGMP) using standard operating procedures, USP, EP and FCC monographs, UIHC PDMU or client supplied methods. Develop methods for qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished product.
  Key Areas of Responsibility
  Compliance
  • F ollow Good Manufacturing Procedures (cGMP) using standard operating procedures, USP, EP and EPA monographs, UIHC PDMU or client supplied methods to perform analytical processes.
  • Update existing or write new operating procedures (SOPs) for routine to moderately difficult standard.
  • Perform routine to moderately difficult equipment maintenance and calibration
  Manufacturing, Analysis, and Development
  • Follow regulations and procedures for handling and recording raw materials, including hazardous/regulated chemicals.
  • Conduct and oversee the setup, operation, cleaning and troubleshooting of manufacturing systems with a high degree of proficiency using established procedures and working under a moderate level of supervision.
  • Perform:
    • GC, HPLC, IC, MCA, and TLC analysis on cleaning validation, dissolution, QC, and stability samples
    • GC, HPLC, IC, MCA, TLC, and other method development and validation.
    • USP monograph testing
    • Technology transfers of methods between laboratories
  • Read methods/prepare samples/document all procedures
  • Diagnose and resolve laboratory equipment, testing procedure, and system malfunctions
  • Check reports for accuracy and completeness for projects performed.
  • Review notebooks /calculations/documentation for accuracy and completeness according to laboratory norms.
  • Verify the laboratory contains proper reagents, reference materials and equipment to complete testing.
  • Calculate results obtained in analyses using software packages associated with the instrumentation or spreadsheets.
  • Write and revise analytical methods.
  Leadership
  • Provide technical and regulatory support to staff for instrumentation, software and analytical problems.
  Human Resources
  • Train analysts and other personnel on equipment and GC, HPLC, IC, MCA, and TLC methods
  Financial Responsibility
  • Communicate need to order supplies or equipment.
  Pay Grade: 3A
  Pay Structure A: https://hr.uiowa.edu/professional-pay/compensation-plan-structure-a-FY18
  Benefits Highlights:
  · Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
  · Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
  · For more information about Why Iowa?, click here
  Education Requirement (Assistant and Associate Chemist)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a science with emphasis on analytical chemistry, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a similar type of laboratory.
  Experience Required (Associate Chemist)
  • Experience (typically 3-5 years) performing laboratory testing in a regulated environment including:
  • A nalytical chemistry (UV-Vis spectroscopy, FTIR, pH, moisture determination, titrations, etc.)
  • High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) or Gas Chromatography (GC) with associated software packages used in pharmaceutical quality control or similar industry
  • Laboratory testing including the ability to independently troubleshoot analytical method and instrumentation issues
  • Documentation of analytical results in a regulated environment
  • Standard Operating Procedures
  • Collaboration and Embracing Diversity, Service Excellence/Customer Focus and Positive Impact/Achieving Results
  • Effective communication (written and verbal) skills
  • Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel and Outlook)
  • Demonstrated increased responsibility operating laboratory equipment including the ability to independently troubleshoot laboratory equipment and technical systems problems
  • Proven ability to work independently with a high level of discretion.
  • Physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation
    • Achieve passing criteria in visual testing (minimum of 20/20 visual acuity with or without corrected lenses)*
    • Move up to and including 25 lbs
  Desirable Qualifications
  • Experience (typically 1-2 years) performing and troubleshooting:
    • GC, HPLC, IC, MCA, and TLC with associated software packages used in pharmaceutical quality control or similar industry
  • Experience and/or knowledge of:
  • Current Good Manufacturing (cGMP) or similar regulations,University of Iowa Environmental Health and Safety chemical inventory system.United States Pharmacopeia (USP) and European Pharmacopeia (EP) training.
  Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload {insert materials} (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
  Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on {date}.
  Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.
  For additional questions or concerns, please reach out to David Dick at david-dick@uiowa.edu
  Additional Information
  • Classification Title: Assistant Chemist
  • Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
  • Schedule: Full-time
  Compensation
  • Pay Level: 3A
  Contact Information
  • Organization: Healthcare
  • Contact Name: David Dick
  • Contact Email: David-Dick@uiowa.edu
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

• About the company

  The University of Iowa is a public research university in Iowa City, Iowa.

Notice