QC Chemistry Group Lead - 2nd Shift

Why work for PCI Pharma Services?

At PCI, we have an uncompromising focus on providing quality and operational excellence and providing the industry leading customer experience. Our people make all of this happen, so providing an industry leading experience for our people is equally as important. By creating an authentic culture of purposeful work, we aspire to be an interesting and fulfilling place for talented individuals to grow careers. We live a philosophy of intentional learning combined with real-life experience supported by a fair and competitive rewards program. We are individuals, teams and a company that believes in our purpose and our approach is simple, the people who work at PCI fuel our business; we don’t say no, we figure out how.

Life changing therapies. Global impact. Bridge to thousands of biopharma companies and their patients.

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Our investment is in People who make an impact, drive progress and create a better tomorrow. Our strategy includes building teams across our global network to pioneer and shape the future of PCI.

Job Details:
We are currently seeking a QC Chemistry Group Lead - 2nd Shift. The QC Chemistry Group Lead ensures the fundamental integrity of the laboratory infrastructure. This position oversees routine and non-routine analysis of proteins, peptides, small molecules, large molecules, and ADCs, and supports the development of procedures & initiatives to reach departmental goals.

Responsibilities:

• Leads and/or collaborates on method establishment (e.g. method verification, qualification, transfers and validations- SOP-0639) for compendial assays (SOP-1152) and other chemistry methods.
• Perform routine analysis and testing for compendial assays such as pH, osmolality, extractable volume, density, particulate matter, HVLD and appearance, as well as ELISA, CE-SDS, SDS-PAGE, viscosity and moisture content, as needed.
• Provides scientific direction and technical problem solving to team members and internal stakeholders.
• Interacts with clients and follows up on client inquiries.
• Reviews data, technical reports, deviations, OOS investigations and test results and provides conclusions and proposals for future directions.
• Technical writing of investigations for deviations and out of specification reports.
• Ensures the maintenance of laboratory instrumentation.
• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company’s policies and practices.
• Embodies PCI Pharma's cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Leadership Responsibilities:

• Champions PCI Pharma’s culture and empowers employees to take responsibility for their jobs and goals.
• Engages employees by creating a climate in which they want to do their best.
• Sets performance standards and encourages employee engagement and results through delegation, continuous feedback, goal setting, and performance management.
• Maintains employee work schedules.
• Provides oversight and direction to the employees in accordance with PCI’s policies and procedures.

Requirements:

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in a Life Sciences discipline strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in quality control.
• Minimum of 1 year of functional or day to day leadership experience.
• Working knowledge and experience with GMP regulations, good documentation practices, troubleshooting, and data entry.
• Detail oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, within prescribed guidelines, or as a team member.
• Demonstrated ability to follow detailed directions in a laboratory environment.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with electronic Quality Systems preferred.

The base annual range for this position is $36.53 - $41.10 USD, (+2nd Shift Pay Differential) plus annual performance bonus eligibility. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including and not limited to specific and relevant experience, credentials, geography and subject matter expertise.

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Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:
PCI Pharma Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

At PCI, Equity and Inclusion are at the core of our company’s purpose: Together, delivering life-changing therapies. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace by holding ourselves accountable to the highest standards of understanding, fairness, respect, and equal opportunity – at every level. We envision a PCI community where everyone can belong and grow, and we strive to bring this vision to reality by continuously and intentionally assessing our people practices, policies and programs, marketing approach, and workplace culture.