Quality Control Chemist

1w1 week ago

Grifols

Los Angeles, US · Full-time · $52,000 – $56,000

About this role

Join an international team at Grifols working to improve the future of healthcare and enhance lives worldwide. As a global leader in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine, the company develops and markets innovative solutions in over 110 countries. The QC Chemist performs routine and non-routine chemical and biochemical assays on protein-based therapeutics and raw materials.

Conduct various QC testing including product release, stability, in-process, and protocol testing as directed by supervisors. Compile and enter data into the LIMS database for reporting and trending purposes. Review test results against specifications to ensure quality standards.

Share responsibilities for laboratory equipment maintenance, calibration, housekeeping, and inventory of consumables and reagents. Maintain daily sample logs for timely testing and tracking. Keep Instrument Usage and Calibration Logs based on sample preparation and testing activities.

Strictly adhere to procedures, practices, and documentation according to FDA regulations. Follow departmental corporate safety policies in a GMP and FDA-regulated environment. Support 24-hour, 7-day plant operations with flexible working hours and shifts.

This role emphasizes protein biochemistry and analytical methods in a dynamic lab setting. Other duties may be assigned, and qualifications may evolve over time to meet company needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology or closely related scientific discipline
Related experience in a pharmaceutical, GMP, or FDA regulated testing laboratory preferred
Basic understanding of analytical methodologies and protein biochemistry (e.g. IC, HPLC, GC)
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with ability to make structured decisions
Proactive, results oriented, with strong attention to detail
Self-starter with strong work ethic and ability to exercise good judgment
Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks to meet targeted deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, proficiency in MS Office

Responsibilities

Perform various QC testing including product release testing, stability testing, in-process testing, and other protocol testing
Compile and enter data into LIMS for reporting and trending purposes
Review test results against specifications
Share general responsibilities for laboratory equipment maintenance and calibration, housekeeping, and inventory of consumables and reagents
Maintain sample logs on a daily basis to ensure timely testing and tracking
Maintain Instrument Usage and Calibration Logs based on instrument usage
Strictly adhere to procedures and practices according to FDA regulations
Adhere to departmental corporate safety policies