Laboratory Assistant – AD Job Description
Purpose
To analyse R&D trial batches, Stability Samples and Routine calibration of the Instruments
Position / Job Title
Laboratory Assistant - AD
Department
AD – R&D
Reporting To
Sr. Chemist/ Manager - AD
Location
Concord - Canada
Years of Experience
0-1 year related experience
Dosage Form
Solid/Nasal / Liquid
Job Responsibilities / Deliverables
· To analyse Assay, Preservative content, SAC, DSD, Osmolality, Viscosity and Spray pattern testing of R&D Trial batches samples, Stability samples and Stability report preparation.
· Particulate matter method development and R&D Trial batch analysis by APSS, PSD method development by Microscope and Viscosity method development.
· Cleaning method development and partial validation.
· Partial validation of Assay, Preservative content methods.
· Reverse engineering study, Tubing study analysis, PDR batches analysis
· To perform Chemical testing and Method evaluation for API
· Daily Balance calibration, pH meter calibration, Actuator movement verification / Load cell calibration of Proveris and Malvern system.
· Development STP, Specification and Development Stability Protocol and report preparation
· Controlled substance sample destruction on weekly basis
· Operate a variety of standard laboratory equipment (pH meter, balances, sonicator, etc.).
· Ensure that work is performed in compliance with GMP, GLP, SOPs, and current test methods.
Any other duties as assigned
Qualifications & Pre-Requisites
· B.Sc. degree or equivalent in an applicable discipline of science (pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, medical laboratory science or related)
· 0 to 1 year of experience in a pharmaceutical R&D laboratory and / or CMO setting
· Knowledge of Health Canada and U.S. FDA GMP requirements for pharmaceutical testing, the Controlled Drugs and Substances Regulations and the Precursor Control Regulations would be an asset.
· Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel and Word.
· Open to work afternoon shift 12 noon to 8 PM
Additional notes
· Receiving, inventorying, labeling and disposing of samples requires some reaching/bending and light lifting on a daily basis.
· Flexibility in hours of work to address emergency issues / controlled substance related activities outside of normal workday.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Concord, ON L4K 4J1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Pharmaceutical R&D: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
