ANALYTICAL CHEMIST SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
Updated: July 29, 2024 - The Analytical Chemist with proven expertise in developing robust analysis methods for release and stability testing, adept at navigating complex challenges and communicating effectively in a matrix environment. Possesses strong organizational skills, a passion for science, and proficiency in fundamental organic chemistry, spectroscopic, and chromatographic techniques. Demonstrates adaptability, compliance with company policies, and interest in computational tools for enhanced performance.
Summary of Analytical Chemist Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume
1. BS in Chemistry with 4 years of Experience
- Experience in an industry setting, production experience preferred.
- Understanding of biological assays and reagents.
- Previous experience using HPLC / LC-MS instruments
- Extremely comfortable testing and developing methods.
- Highly organized and comfortable handling multiple projects simultaneously.
- Familiar with aseptic technique and time management skills.
- Highly proficient in troubleshooting in an independent manner.
- Previous experience in an analytical chemistry lab
- Attention to detail through careful sample preparation and instrument operation.
- Limited travel to work in the Analytical labs at the Monroeville Business and the Coatings Innovation Center
2. BS in Biochemistry with 5 years of Experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Proficient using scientific notation to convert units of mass, volume, and molarity
- Strong written and communication skills
- Product Knowledge of medical devices or diagnostics
- Database and laboratory software
- Knowledge of Microsoft Project
- Pipetting and sample handling
- Experience with GC/GC-MS, including method development and instrument maintenance.
- Good practical laboratory skills including sample preparation
- Good knowledge of modern analysis techniques including LC and wet chemical analysis.
- Good knowledge in Organic Chemistry.
- Fluency in written and spoken English, Swedish
3. BS in Chemical Engineering with 6 years of Experience
- Proven ability to assist in developing scientifically sound and robust methods of analysis to be used for release and stability testing and complex problem solving
- Good communication skills in a matrix environment
- Some knowledge of cGMP requirements related to analytical chemistry within product development.
- Ability to communicate problems and challenges in a clear and concise manner
- Strong organizational ability, comfort with complexity and ambiguity and an ability to lead within a strong matrix organization.
- A passion for science will be essential given the critical importance of technical expertise for the success of the organization.
- Good knowledge of fundamental organic chemistry.
- Good knowledge of spectroscopic and chromatographic techniques.
- Ability to learn new techniques, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.
- Interest in and/or experience in the use of computational predictive tools, modelling software or data visualisation tools is desirable.