Chemist - Method Development in Tempe

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Omnient Labs is a growing company in the dietary supplement industry and based in Tempe, AZ. We are looking for an experienced and success-oriented Method Development Chemist, to join our Team. Are you that individual? We look forward to talking with you. Apply today.

This position is in-person/on site. This is not a remote position.

Job Type: Full-time, Monday through Friday, Day Shift

Salary: 75k/yr or Dependent on experience.

Omnient Labs offers a benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, matching 401(k), employee discounts, PTO and more.

Pre-employment background check mandatory.

Chemist – Method Development Duties:

• Perform method development and validation with, HPLC, UPLC, UPLC-MS/MS,
• Perform method development and validation in accordance with USP <1225>, USP <1226>, and AOAC Appendix K
• Perform method optimization for already developed methods
• Train quality control chemists on transferred and developed methods
• Perform documented cost test analyses
• Write method validation, verification, and development reports
• Interpret data and test results and document accordingly
• Perform non-routine testing of Research and Development (R&D) materials as appropriate
• Analyze samples to determine chemical and/or physical properties, composition and/or structure, utilizing chromatography, spectroscopy, and spectrophotometry
• Aid in the development and improvement of laboratory processes and functions as well as the performance and applicability of analytical methods
• Maintain a well-documented laboratory notebook
• Follow all cGLP and cGMP guidelines
• Complete daily laboratory functions and calibration activities with associated documentation
• Partake in laboratory hygiene events and routine laboratory cleaning and maintenance
• Participate in method development and validation studies under direction of laboratory management
• Write or edit laboratory documentation such as standard operating procedures, test methods, or training protocols under direction of laboratory management
• Perform chemical and physical inventory of all laboratory supplies, reagents, solvents, and standards on a consistent basis
• Maintain instrumentation calibration and maintenance schedules to ensure proper condition and calibration of laboratory instrumentation and equipment at all times
• File appropriate paperwork when modifications to laboratory procedures or processes are necessary, such as deviations and change control documentation
• Other miscellaneous duties as assigned by laboratory management

Education/Experience:

A bachelor’s degree in chemistry or chemistry related field, such as biochemistry or molecular biology, is highly desired. A bachelor’s degree in a hard-scientific field such as physics or biology is acceptable. At least 2 years of method development experience (or equivalent) in the food or dietary supplements industry is required.

Technical Skills:

Digital

• Proficient using Waters Empower 3 software
• Proficient using MassLynx – .
• ASTRA 8 software proficiency -
• Proficient in web-based applications

Analytical

• Proficiency with analytical instrumentation such as, HPLC/UPLC, LCMS, UPLCMS/MS specifically Waters UPLC’s
• Proficiency with SEC-MALS, preferably on the Wyatt Dawn platform.
• Proficiency with SEC in general and experience developing methods for large molecules (polysaccharides, proteins, glycoproteins, nanoparticles, etc)
• Strong analytical technique and instrumentation skills
• Familiar and/or proficient with simple mathematical manipulations and algebra
• Meticulous attention to detail, dependability, and excellent organizational skills
• Familiarity with analytical instrumentation such as, HSGC, FTIR, UV-Vis HPTLC a plus
• Ability to troubleshot and perform maintenance of laboratory instrumentation under the supervision of laboratory management

Interpersonal

• Good interpersonal skills, can work proficiently with people of different backgrounds, lifestyles, and values
• Team attitude, willing to help others with their tasks and accept help with your tasks
• Good communication skills, go out of the way to ensure proper understanding between communicating parties

Working Independently

• Able to work independently when necessary
• Able to self-manage one’s time for maximum efficiency
• Able to complete a long-term project while simultaneously performing multiple smaller, shorter-term projects, or while performing routine QC testing