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Senior Research Associate - QC

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Tamarac, FL
$88000.00 - $92000.00 Salary/year
Day

Description

About Us:
Aveva Drug Delivery Systems is a pharmaceutical manufacturer at the forefront of innovative drug delivery technologies. We are dedicated to advancing solutions that optimize the efficacy, safety, and precision of pharmaceutical treatments. Join our team and help shape the future of healthcare by contributing to the development of groundbreaking drug delivery systems that improve patient outcomes worldwide. 

Preference given to candidates residing locally to Aveva Tamarac due to immediate onsite needs.

Job summary: 

This position is responsible for one or more of the following activities in the Quality Control Department: Testing of in-process samples, final products, raw materials, components, microbial, and stability program (testing and reporting) samples. Administer all computerized quality systems in the lab including chromatographic data systems. Supports process validation activities. Supervises method transfers and supports method validation for analytical development. Maintains systems for cGMP compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Allocates testing schedules to ensure timely release of analytical results to meet production and stability schedules.
  • Approves data packages and release of analytical results.
  • Maintains thorough understanding of all Quality Control STPs, SOPs and data acquisition systems.
  • Initiates, reviews, and refines Quality Control STPs, specifications, and SOPs.
  • Creates and reviews protocols/reports, including instrument calibrations, IQ/OQ/PQ.
  • Authors, reviews and supports laboratory investigations.
  • Coordinates and executes method validations and method transfer from/to Quality Control.
  • Maintains technical expertise in analytical laboratory instrumentation.
  • Works as a member of a team to achieve all outcomes; 
  • Performs all work in accordance with our Code of Conduct and Business Ethics, and all established regulatory, compliance and safety requirements.
  • All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

  • Degree needed 

Experience

  • B.S. degree + 7-10 years of progressively related experience and a minimum of 3 years as a Senior QC-Analyst.
  • M.S. degree + 5-7 years of progressively related experience and a minimum of 2 years as a Senior QC-Analyst. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Hands-on experience on HPLCs, GCs, Balances, Spectrophotometers, FTIR, Chambers, Incubators and Physical Testing Instruments (for pH, pouch integrity, etc). Strong knowledge of chromatographic data management systems (i.e., Empower).
  • Knowledge of the Stability Programs and current regulations. Experience with TrackWise and LIMS systems.
  • FDA, cGMPs, and SOPs related to job requirements.

Mathematical Skills:

  • Ability to comprehend and apply principles of basic mathematics and statistical theory.  
  • Ability to work with concepts such as limits, ranges, and numerical specifications.

Reasoning Ability:

  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.  
  • Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
  • Ability to conduct unbiased, scientifically sound laboratory investigations in a timely manner.

Language Skills:

  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, Pharmacopoeias, specifications, standard operating procedures, and standard testing procedures.
  • Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.  
  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures that conform to prescribed style and format.  
  • Ability to effectively present information to upper management and other groups.

Benefits:

Aveva Drug Delivery Systems and DifGen Pharmaceuticals provides a comprehensive benefits plan

  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401k with employer match
  • Paid Holidays and Floating Holiday

Equal Opportunity Employer

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