DO scientist Intern Full-time NEW

Scientist I – Development Operations – Co-Op

Provide analytical support in the Laboratory Operations Department by following standard practices. Perform analytical testing as assigned for on prototype, CTM (Clinical Trial Material) and Commercial batches supporting development and/or manufacturing operations. Make detailed observations and reviews, documents, and communicates test results.

Essential Functions:

• Document all experimental data in accordance with Attributable, Legible, Contemporaneous, Original and Accurate (ALCOA).
• Carry out independently HPLC, dissolution and physical testing analysis testing following established procedures Analytical Methods & Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Work Proficiency with Empower, NuGenesis, MS Word & Excel Software.
• Perform basic troubleshooting to overcome system suitability failures.
• Recognize and report unexpected or Out Of Specification (OOS) results immediately to the Supervisor and conducts laboratory investigations under direction.
• Maintain a safe working environment and report potential hazards.
• May be essential to perform alternating or rotating shift work (as required)

Required Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma/General Educational Development (GED) Certificate is required Working towards B.Sc. in chemistry
• Experience: Previous experience in a science related environment.
• Equivalency: Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Good understanding of basic chemistry and experience with common laboratory equipment and operation.
• Good understanding of chromatographic separations.
• Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative chemical or microbiological analysis.
• Awareness of quality and regulatory requirements in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Good problem-solving skills and logical approach to solving scientific problems.
• Demonstrable interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written).
• Ability to read and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations.
• Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as determination of test reliability, analysis of variance, and correlation techniques.
• Proficiency with the English language.
• Works well independently and in a team environment.

Standards and Expectations:

• Follow all Environmental Health & Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Work collaboratively with fellow team members, modelling positive team principles and partnering to meet project and departmental objectives.
• Carry out all duties within strict compliance to Patheon quality systems Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
• Maintain workspace in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Actively engage in and adhere to departmental systems to maintain a smooth and efficient workflow (visual management, scheduling systems, etc.).
• Be client and patient conscious at all times.
• Understand Key Performance Indicators and strive to improve the performance of the team by identifying areas for system improvements and engage in problem solving.
• Model positive thinking and is open to change, motivating the team to adapt to shifts in priorities and new ways of working.
• Proactively identify areas for improvement in the execution of procedures.
• Communicate risks to timelines in a proactive manner.
• Consistently strive to improve skills and knowledge in related field.

Physical Requirements:

• Position requires ordinary ambulatory skills and physical coordination sufficient to move about lab/office locations; ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch periodically for prolonged periods of time; manipulation (lift, carry, move) of light to medium weights of 10-35 pounds; arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp and type for prolonged periods of time; visual acuity to use a keyboard, computer monitor, operate equipment.