Scientist II - St. Paul, United States - Spectraforce Technologies

Description

Job Title:Scientist II

Job Location:St. Paul, MN 55117

Job Duration: 6 Months

Position Description- Contingent Scientist I - Extractable and Leachable

The Contingent Scientist I will work within a team focused on the chemical characterization of medical devices in a highly regulated environment. The position will report to a chemistry supervisor or manager. The position is a hands-on and laboratory focused, entailing all aspects of chemical characterization from sample receipt to data reporting. A basic understanding of sample handling, sample preparation and chromatographic data analysis is required.

Primary Responsibilities

• Sample handling
• Sample preparation (solid/liquid, liquid/liquid extraction)
• Operation of analytical balance, incubator/shaker, ovens, pH meters, and microscopes
• Analysis with oversight may include GC/MS, LC/MS, ICP-MS, and FTIR
• Execution and documentation of work adhering to good documentation practices (GDP), good laboratory practices (GLP), and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Document, analyze, report, and review data in electronic lab notebook system
• Adhere to all lab safety requirements

Basic Qualifications:

• BA or BS in chemistry
• Minimum of 2 years of experience performing extractions for chromatographic analysis
• Ability to perform standard mathematic/statistical calculations in Microsoft Excel
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with chemistry team and management
• Knowledge and application of GDP, GLP, and GMP
• Ability to follow direction and be effective with some supervision
• Knowledge and application of Microsoft suite of applications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Extractable and Leachable analysis
• Knowledge/experience with GC/MS
• Knowledge of ISO 10993 Part 18
• Experience with any of the following software systems: Mass hunter, Empower, Chromeleon, Excalibur

Working Conditions:

• Working in lab environment with proper safety equipment.
• Working with common laboratory chemicals and biological tissue.
• Working while sitting and /or standing.

Physical Demands:
Sitting, standing, lifting, carrying, etc.

SPECTRAFORCE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please contact Human Resources at if you require reasonable accommodation.