Senior Research Chemist

Analyzes routine samples using established methods (HPLC, LCMS) while demonstrating the ability to develop new methods and continuously improve processes with new techniques or technologies analyzing routine samples. Leads scientific progression in the industry, and within EFII.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Demonstrates and promotes the company visionRegular attendance and punctualityApplies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriateOrganizes, conducts and evaluates analytical results and testing independently in compliance with applicable methods, protocols, SOP’s and regulatory agency guidelines.Documents work, maintains study documentation and laboratory records.Independently sets-up, maintains, operates, and performs routine and non-routine maintenance on laboratory equipment and software, including problem identification and resolution.Organizes, leads project meetings, plans, monitors, and guides project workPerforms peer review and QC review of data.Performs assigned workload on a daily basis and effectively completes multiple assignments.Promotes and contributes to a cohesive team environment and maintains a positive attitude.  Plans individual workload in coordination with team members and plans team workload in coordination with supervisors or managers.Maintains a clean and safe laboratory work environment.Understands data generated, and history of methods.Recognizes deviations from normal results and informs Study Director, Principal Investigator, and/or management of any problems and/or deviations that may affect the integrity of the data and drives corrective action of problems.Identifies problems and performs modifications in test methods or procedures.Develops new procedures as needed or directed.Understands chemistry principles/concepts involved across many functional groups.Initiates, drives, implements and directs others in process improvement initiatives.Completes all required training courses.Trains, mentors, and assists less experienced staff.Sets up and performs optimization, and validation of various analytes in a variety of matrices, and performs method development.Participates / leads client visits as needed, and communicates technical information, while demonstrating the ability to represent multiple functional groups.Evaluates data for incorporation into written reports, and peer-reviews publishable works.Writes reports, methods, protocols, and SOPs, and evaluates suggestions for modifications to test methods and procedures.Knowledge of departmental procedures and policies, and develops modifications to these procedures and policies.Effectively plans and utilizes personnel and resources for timely completion of assigned projects.Initiates and drives the assessment and qualification of new equipment and instrumentation as appropriate.Assures technical staff compliance to SOPs and other regulatory agency guidelines.Viewed as a resource across EFII, and within the industry.Transfers, sets up and performs complex analyses using unfamiliar or new methods, utilizing EFII resources including scientific guidance as needed.Designs and teaches others to independently conduct tests for chemistry projects and provide initial analysis.                                                     Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient mannerPerforms other duties as assigned