Chemist, Analytical R&D Quality Control
About Apotex Inc.
Apotex Inc. is a Canadian-based global health company that produces high-quality, affordable medicines for patients around the world. Apotex employs almost 7,200 people worldwide in manufacturing, R&D, and commercial operations. Apotex medicines are accessible to patients in more than 75 countries globally. Through vertical integration, the Apotex group is focused on the development and sale of generic, biosimilar and specialty products.
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Job Summary
Under guidance of Supervisor or senior chemist, responsible for performing all activities in AR&D QC pertaining to full testing of API, in-process, stability samples and finished dosages. Acts as a key member in the project working team.
Job Responsibilities
- Works in a safe manner collaborating as a team member to achieve all outcomes.
- Demonstrate Behaviours that exhibit our organizational Values: Collaboration, Courage, Perseverance, and Passion.
- Ensure personal adherence with all compliance programs including the Global Business Ethics and Compliance Program, Global Quality policies and procedures, Safety, Health and Environment policies, and HR policies.
- Performs all work in accordance with all established regulatory, compliance and safety requirements.
- Works in a safe manner collaborating as a team member to achieve all outcomes.
- Demonstrate Behaviours that exhibit our organizational Values: Collaboration, Courage, Perseverance, and Passion.
- All other relevant duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
Education
- Recognized post-secondary education in analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, or related field.
- BSc with 1 year or MSc with 0 year experience in a pharmaceutical lab in an R&D environment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of wet chemistry, analytical bench and chromatographic techniques, Window-based software.
- Knowledge of automated data acquisition systems is an asset.
- Good written and verbal English communication skills.
Experience
- Experience with lab equipment and techinques in pharmaceutical environement.
At Apotex, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported.
Apotex offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of its recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.