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Job Title : Chemist II/III Location : Mission Viejo, CA Duration :6 months (Contract-to-Hire) Rate : $35-40/hr. (commensurate w/ experience and title)  Schedule : 8am-4:30p, | Mon-Fri   Job Duties 	 Verifies the accuracy and completeness of testing and paperwork related to raw materials, in-process and finished products. 	 Supports the R&D Associate Director in the development of procedures and documents as necessary.
	 Supports the R&D Associate Director in the analytical development of raw materials and new or existing products.  	 Maintains Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) documentation of laboratory activities. 	 Prioritizes the sampling, testing and paperwork related to raw materials and in-process products. 	 Ensures that all contract lab testing is performed and requested in a timely manner.
	 Coordinates and orders laboratory supplies, solvents and reagents. 	 Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills with colleagues and vendors and/or third parties.   Experience Required 	 Minimum B.A. in Chemistry or other related scientific discipline and 5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 	 Experience in working in a cGMP regulated analytical laboratory.
	 Working knowledge of method development and validation principles as related to high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and other laboratory methodology/techniques. 	 Microbiological testing experience is a plus. 	 Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures.   Special Skill and/or Education 	 Working Knowledge of HPLC (Shimadzu) instrumentation, principles, software, troubleshooting and handling of analytical data.
	 Knowledge of and ability to interpret, perform and troubleshoot a variety of compendial (USP/EP/JP) testing procedures. 	 Ability to neatly and accurately record and report analytical data. 	 Ability to perform job responsibilities under minimal supervision. 	 Working knowledge of and experience using general laboratory equipment such as pH meters, pipettes, and volumetric glassware.
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