Quality Control Lab Technician

Please note that this is a 9 months contract position. Qualifications:Higher education or specialized training/certification, or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred in the life sciences.Typically, a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience for entry to this level is preferredHigh School Diploma, or equivalent.Prior experience in a GMP environment is preferred, but not required.Ability to read, understand, and follow Standard Operating Procedures.Organizational Skills and attention to detail are required to maintain an organized laboratory environment and manage the inventory of laboratory supplies.Ability to perform basic math calculations.Requires complete understanding of general and technical aspects of job.Demonstrated knowledge of analytical equipment and instrumentation, HPLC experience working in a GMP environment is preferred.Knowledge of FDA regulations and guidelines is preferred.Proven skills in coordinating and managing day to day tasks and working in collaboration to accomplish deadlines and objectives.Proven ability to work in a team environmentKnowledge of and skills in using computer software and hardware applications, including Microsoft Word and ExcelThe Quality Control Laboratory Technician primarily supports Raw Material sampling, solution preparation for the chemistry laboratory. QC Laboratory Technician will ensure that laboratory reagents, instrumentation, glassware and peripheral laboratory components comply with corresponding GMP laboratory guidelines.May perform calibration and maintenance, or work with third parties to ensure calibration and maintenance is performed per schedule and to specification. Supports documentation tasks for Stability and Chemistry Laboratory. Has a clear understanding of Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), cGMPS, and regulatory guidelines. Proven ability to exercise judgment and appropriately escalates issues to QC management.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Outstanding communication skills, both written and oral, and will be expected to communicate directly with internal clients and management.Samples Raw Materials, Prepares Laboratory Solutions to support HPLC AssaysPerforms routine inventory of laboratory supplies.Washes laboratory glassware and stores and organizes glassware appropriately. Discards glassware that is broken or unusable. Ensures proper storage of clean glasswarePerforms daily calibration checks of laboratory equipment, including, but not limited to analytical balances, pH meters, water systems, and chemical fume hoods.Routinely verifies that all chemicals and reagents in the laboratory are within expiry.Properly disposes of chemicals and reagents that are past expiry.May perform preventive maintenance and calibrations in conjunction with the Facilities Department. Applicants must provide their phone number. Reference job number A1169.