Analyst Level 2 - Research and Development (LCMS)

About the Position

Analyst Level 2 - Research and Development (LCMS)

Mississauga, ON, Canada

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection, and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality, and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer, and more interconnected world.

This position is responsible for performing routine and complex analytical testing and analyses of pharmaceutical finished products or raw materials, method transfer, and verification.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize, schedule, and plan daily work to maintain efficient workflow and meet established due dates.
• Ensure that equipment is maintained in good order, perform calibrations and qualifications as required.
• Prepare study protocols, reports, forms, and SOP’s with limited supervision.
• Perform routine and complex analysis/testing of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical finished products and raw materials.
• Prepare and standardize test solutions, standard solutions, and volumetric solutions.
• Execute and perform testing as per methods, following the company’s Standard Operating Procedures, Deviations and Change Control programs, and cGMP guidelines.
• Ensure that work order documentation is complete and all results are entered into the electronic Laboratory Information System or the Client’s Certificate of Analysis before submission to the QA reviewer.
• Prepare and assist in the preparation of Work Forms as per test methods.
• Record findings in a standardized format, keeping all records and analyst notebook in good order.
• Execute method verifications, validations, and transfers based on signed protocols.
• In case of testing failure, report immediately to the Department Manager before proceeding with the test. Assist in the failure investigations as instructed. Do not discard any solutions or glassware that was used during testing.
• Assist in the resolution of routine, as well as non-routine technical problems.

Requirements

• Education: B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Chemistry or equivalent.
• Experience: Over 3 years with demonstrated ability to complete more complex role/duties.
• Skills:
  • Experience with using instrumentation such as LCMS, LC-MS, ICP.
  • Hand/Eye coordination, ability to think outside the box.
  • Ability to read, understand, and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate, and timely manner.
  • Proficient in using various types of computer software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.
  • Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work well with others and independently.
  • Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.

We Offer

• Salary Range: $30.00 to $34.00/Hour.
• Benefits:
  • 80% coverage Health, Dental, and Vision.
  • Paid time off.
  • RRSP Program Eligibility.

About the Company

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such, we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.