Chemist Position Available In Pinellas, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: Join a leading contract development and manufacturing organization in Largo, Florida, as a Senior Chemist in the Analytical Laboratory. This role involves mentoring junior staff, ensuring compliance with GMP, GLP, and GDP standards, and conducting method validation. Key responsibilities include maintaining equipment, authoring SOPs, and analyzing test results. A Bachelor's degree in Chemistry and 4-5 years of analytical laboratory experience in an FDA-regulated environment are required.
Job Description
Chemist 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars Largo, FL 33773
Senior Chemist Analytical Laboratory Location:
Largo, Florida Employment Type:
Contract to hire About the Company Join a leading contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) known for transforming great ideas into remarkable health and wellness products. Our team supports a wide range of pharmaceutical and personal care innovations, emphasizing scientific excellence, quality compliance, and continuous improvement. We foster a collaborative environment where your expertise directly impacts the success of both customers and consumers worldwide. This position ensures continuity in laboratory operations with expertise in HPLC, Gas Chromatography (GC), and Atomic Absorption (AA) techniques. The Senior Chemist will play a leadership role by mentoring Chemist I and II personnel while maintaining strict compliance with c
GMP , GLP
, and GDP standards. Experience in Method Validation , including development, protocol generation, and reporting, is essential. Key Responsibilities Qualify, validate, and maintain laboratory equipment Execute method transfer and validation activities Revise and author Test Methods and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Perform testing on raw materials, in-process, and finished product samples Record raw data, analyze results, and interpret findings accurately Investigate and document Out-of-Specification (OOS) results; implement corrective actions Ensure compliance with GLP, GMP, USP, and other regulatory standards Maintain analytical reagent inventory, MSDS documentation, and proper disposal procedures Support cleaning validation efforts alongside the Validation Team Promote safety, GMP compliance, and continuous improvement within the lab Follow up on OOS findings and CAPAs for compliance verification Participate in other duties as assigned by Lab Manager or VP of Quality Required Skills & Knowledge Strong knowledge of compendial (USP, EP) testing Familiarity with FDA regulations specific to lab testing in drug/device industries Proficient in MS Office and laboratory software systems Skilled in chemical safety protocols and PPE requirements Hands-on experience with pH meters, viscometers, IR, HPLC, GC, and atomic absorption Strong problem-solving, multitasking, and organizational skills Effective verbal and written communication skills Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, changing environment Education & Experience Bachelor s Degree in Chemistry or related scientific discipline 4 5 years of experience in an analytical laboratory within an FDA-regulated environment EOE/ADA IND123
