Pharmaceutical development technician

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Permanent Position – Pharmaceutical Development Technician – 25

Shift: 7:00am-3:30pm Site:NBR Bldg #105 (excluded)

Manager: Limin Zhang Rate: $38.47

JOB FUNCTION:

Carries out assigned laboratory responsibilities which may include performance of a variety of tests or analysis. Assists in development, execution and validation of analytical methods and routine sample analysis under the direct supervision of a professional/scientist or laboratory supervisor. Able to work independently in the analysis of routine pharmaceutical development samples. Assignments will be based upon the laboratory supervisor's assessment of technical abilities of the individual technician, project demand for the specific analysis and priorities critical to the business not based on seniority.

Technicians are expected to follow a written procedures and/or carry out verbal instructions with appropriate supervision, both independently or as part of a team. Familiarity and demonstrated competency (after training) is required with test equipment that includes but is not limited to the following: high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), gas chromatography (GC), spectrophotometers, IR/Raman spectrometers, fluorimeters, polarimeters, dissolution instruments, volumetric and gravimetric analyzers, balances, pH meters, and other analytical instruments including computers and automated systems, is required. Common equipment will be used by technicians and scientists dependent upon the requirements of the assay as determined by the laboratory supervisor. Laboratory responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: preparation and proper labeling of standards, samples, reagents, including mobile phases for HPLC analysis and dissolution media, sorting glassware for storage or cleaning, collecting waste solvents for disposal, and general laboratory housekeeping. Some projects will require working in high containment areas using established handling procedures. Assignments will be based upon supervisor’s assessment of technical abilities of the individual technician, demand for analysis, and priorities critical to the business, independent of seniority.

Laboratory skills training will be implemented to ensure PDT employees receive relevant training to facilitate the performance of their job responsibilities. Interactive training modules (i.e. On-The-Job Training) will be used for training on specific competencies. Competency check after training specific to an area will be conducted to evaluate proficiency of the new skill (or module). If required proficiency is not obtained the interactive learning and testing will be repeated. A pass/repeat summary of all testing on each module will be kept to assess the performance of the module. Pharmaceutical development technicians will be required to demonstrate competence after training as assessed by their management. In the event competence is not demonstrated, re-training will be provided. Required refresher training including laboratory safety and compliance must be kept up to date.

Responsibilities include maintaining laboratory documentation and equipment in strict compliance with safety, GLP, GMP, federal, state, and local regulations. Make adjustments and/or minor repairs to instruments and equipment as dictated by Instrument Operating Procedures (IOPs). Responsible for reporting to supervisor any anomalies or irregularities that may occur during the performance of any and all assigned assays. Maintain laboratory notebooks (paper or electronic) record/capture raw data, calculate results and submit results for supervisor review/approval.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Two-year Associate Degree in Science related to pharmaceutical development or equivalent. Proficiency in use of computer programs/systems is essential. Technicians must maintain their skills and knowledge to stay current with advances in the field of pharmaceutical development analysis. Pharmaceutical development technicians may attend internal or external training courses as approved by management.

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On-site Protocol
Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is a necessary job function of this role, which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and it enhances the Company culture.

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