Chemist I Jobs

Chemist I (Raw Materials)

At AstraZeneca, we work together across global boundaries to make an impact and find answers to challenges. We do this with the utmost integrity even in the most difficult situations because we are committed to doing the right thing. We continuously forge partnerships that help pursue world-class medicines in new ways, combining our people’s exceptional skills with those of people from all over the globe.

The Mt. Vernon site was established in 1972 and is the flagship site delivering innovative, life changing oral solid medicines. At the site we formulate and pack OSD tablets, capsules for over 60+ markets. The Mt Vernon site is the largest AZ production site in the US and is located in the southwest corner of the state of Indiana, approximately 15 miles from Evansville, Indiana – the third largest city in the state of Indiana. The Mt. Vernon site is dedicated to creating a culture of inclusion and collaboration. We host yearly Inclusion and Diversity conferences and have an employee resource group devoted to promoting diversity and inclusion and enhancing employees' professional development through interactive and engaging events and initiatives.

The Chemist I is responsible for routine qualitative and/or quantitative analytical chemistry testing and data review on pharmaceutical raw materials, components, and/or finished products according to policy and procedures at consistently high levels with a focus on quality and efficiency (role may include shift

work).

What you’ll do:

• Trains QC employees in GMP, SHE, QC methods and processes.
• Maintains and troubleshoots testing equipment.
• Performs project work.
• Troubleshoots methods and processes.
• Executes laboratory processes in compliance with GMPs, site and corporate policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and test methods. Immediately reports deviations that have the potential to compromise product quality.
• Trains QC employees in good analytical techniques, methods and instrumentation based on expertise.
• May serve as an expert in a specific area of laboratory equipment, process, or system.
• The role may include shift work.
• Performs testing on a range of samples, including chemical raw materials, components
• (including packaging materials), finished products, stability samples, water, and environmental samples.
• Provides and follows up on ideas for continuous improvements in laboratory processes.
• May perform sampling activities of various types in the facility (e.g., swabs.).
• Participates in and may lead some QC Team Discussions.
• Troubleshoots methods and processes.
• Performs data review activities as required.
• (OOS) results using the current electronic deviation system and/or other QC procedures.
• Dispose of flammable materials in the <90 day accumulation container.
• Writes and executes laboratory investigations for known lab errors and Out of Specification
• Maintains current, complete, legible notebooks and laboratory records in compliance with good scientific and regulatory practices.
• Maintains adequate inventories of reagents, glassware and other supplies.
• Participates in investigations for PET process areas related to QC processes or data.

Essential for the role:

• Bachelor degree or a minimum of 3 years of demonstrated relevant experience in Quality Control lab setting

Preferred Requirements:

• High level of knowledge and competence with a specific piece of laboratory equipment, or a QC/QA process or system.
• 2 years laboratory experience.
• Bachelor of Science degree, preferably in Chemistry or a related discipline.

Why AstraZeneca

At AstraZeneca when we see an opportunity for change, we seize it and make it happen, because any opportunity no matter how small, can be the start of something big. Delivering life-changing medicines is about being entrepreneurial -finding those moments and recognizing their potential. Interested? Come and join our journey!

Next Steps – Apply today!

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