The Sr. Analyst 1, QC Analytical Development (AD) Chemistry works with limited direction to support the execution of analytical method transfers and validations for drug substance (DS) and drug product (DP) manufacturing into the Quality Control laboratories of FUJIFILM Biotechnologies Diosynth Holly Springs (FDBN). The analytical chemistry methods used in biological product manufacturing include chromatography, spectroscopy, electrophoresis, wet chemistry, glycan analysis, sub-visible particle analysis, peptide mapping, and physical appearance, etc. The Sr. Analyst 1, QC AD Chemistry adheres to GMP compliant laboratory operations in accordance with regulatory guidelines. This role executes analytical method transfers from clients and authors and reviews procedures, SOPs, and technical reports.

What You'll Do

• Executes verification, transfer, and validation of analytical chemistry methods including chromatography (GC, HPLC, UPLC, SEC), spectroscopy (MS, GC/MS, LC-MS/MS, UV, UV-Vis, FTIR), electrophoresis (GE, non-reducing and reducing CE-SDS, imaged capillary isoelectric focusing (icIEF)), wet chemistry, glycan analysis, sub-visible particle analysis, peptide mapping, and physical appearance, etc. with cellular and molecular analytical testing methods
• Ensures compliance of analytical testing with appropriate GMP regulations
• Participates in regular meetings for TT programs with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders
• Authors and reviews SOPs, protocols, and technical reports
• Works cross-functionally with Contract Laboratory Organizations (CLOs), QC testing teams, Quality Assurance (QA), and Process Science groups to ensure transfer of non-compendial and compendial methods according to deadlines
• Collaborates with the LIMS team and IT department to build new analytical method functionality that meets end-user and customer requirements.
• Ensures compendial method oversight and scientific guidelines (e.g. ICH, EMA, FDA, etc.)
• Supports regulatory requests and inspections
• Supports the QC AD team to investigate any project challenges with necessary risk assessment tools and techniques, as needed.
• Supports best practices for TT and PPQ strategies globally, as required
• Coordinates and supports QC AD Chemistry lab activities, as needed
• Provides training for QC Chemistry lab associates
• Utilizes MSDS sheets to properly assess chemical hazards, spill response procedures, and PPE requirements if indicated
• Performs other duties, as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• B.A./B.S. degree in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry or
other relevant scientific discipline with 2+ years of experience
• Masters degree in biology, Chemistry Biochemistry, Microbiology or
other relevant scientific discipline with 0 years’ experience
• 3+ years laboratory experience 
• 1-3 years GMP laboratory experience 
• Experience in a GMP environment
• Experience with physical and chemical analytical testing methods used in biological product manufacturing including chromatography (GC, HPLC, UPLC, SEC), spectroscopy (MS, GC/MS, LC-MS/MS, UV, UV-Vis, FTIR), electrophoresis (GE, non-reducing and reducing CE-SDS, imaged capillary isoelectric focusing (icIEF)), wet chemistry, glycan analysis, sub-visible particle analysis, peptide mapping, and physical appearance, etc. with cellular and molecular analytical testing methods 

Preferred Requirements:

• Masters degree in Biology, Chemistry Biochemistry, Microbiology or other relevant scientific discipline with 1+ years’ experience
• Experience with LIMS software

Physical and Work Environment Requirements:

Ability to discern audible cues.

Ability to inspect or perform a task with 20/20 corrected vision, visual acuity, including distinguishing color.

Ability to ascend or descend ladders, scaffolding, ramps, etc.

Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time up to 240 minutes.

Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time up to 240 minutes.

Ability to conduct activities using repetitive motions that include writs, hands and/or fingers.

Ability to conduct work that includes moving objects up to 10 pounds.

Ability to bend, push or pull, reach to retrieve materials from 18” to 60” in height, and use twisting motions.

Will work in small and/or enclosed spaces. 
Will work in heights greater than 4 feet.

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