Job Description

Title: Analytical Chemist

Date: Feb 3, 2023



Location: Taro Pharmaceauticals CAN



Company: Taro Pharmaceuticals INC, Canada



Taro Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a multinational, specialty pharmaceutical company with a vision of reaching people and touching lives globally as a leading provider of valued medicines. We are dedicated to meeting the needs of our customers and the overall community through the innovation, development, manufacturing and marketing of the highest quality healthcare products. Established in 1950, Taro\xe2\x80\x99s world class production facility is located in Brampton, Ontario, with a current team of over 600 Canadian employees. Our company\xe2\x80\x99s focus on the dermatology sector has made us a leading manufacturer and supplier of specialized topical products with a diverse portfolio of creams, ointments, liquids, and gels. With support from our parent company, Sun Pharma, one of the world\xe2\x80\x99s largest specialty generic pharmaceutical companies, we are committed to providing a healthy, safe and rewarding environment for all of our employees. Our reward packages have been designed to meet the needs of our diverse workforce and their families. For additional information visit: www.taro.com. What we offer: A safe and clean; GMP regulated work environment Opportunities for career growth and development A competitive wage/salary Incentive bonus programs that are designed to reward employees for their individual contributions Benefit programs designed to support our employees and their families, including a comprehensive health & dental benefits package, group RRSP matching program, direct access to healthcare and well-being programs, and paid time off Employee training and organizational development programs including tuition reimbursement, internal mobility programs, and employee recognition programs Our Brampton location is presently looking for Analytical Chemist.
General Summary:
The main responsibilities of this position are to conduct analytical development and research to support Development of New Products. This work is conducted under supervision of the Supervisor and includes method development/validation, testing marketed and prototype products required for product development. Work is completed in a timely manner ensuring departmental and corporate goals are being met.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform testing using advanced GC/HPLC techniques as well as specialized testing using particle size analysis, in-vitro, spectroscopic analysis and other techniques as required
• Perform development /validation of new analytical methods (with guidance from senior R&D staff)
• Prepare method validation protocols, method development and method validation reports in accordance to AQbD
• Report and clearly document all research work performed
• Report GMP work in accordance with current GMP/GLP regulations
• Perform release of R&D products and raw materials
• Conduct laboratory investigation activities
• Participate in activities leading to product approval under the guidance of Senior R&D staff (ie. deficiency letter responses for chemistry issues, investigations, etc.)
• Prepare and submit daily reports regarding activities and results
• Isolate/identify/synthesize impurities as required
• Evaluate spectroscopic data (NMR, MS, IR) as required
• Research and prepare product specifications
• Maintain a clean laboratory environment and ensure that safety regulations are followed
• Other duties as assigned
• Flexibility to work overtime when required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• In-depth knowledge of gas and liquid chromatography, spectroscopy and other analytical techniques employed in the pharmaceutical development
• Familiarity with modern computer assisted analytical instrumentation methods and with older techniques (i.e. titration)
• Experience with Method Validation and Development activities
• Good knowledge and understanding of GMP-s and GLP-s, as well as with pertinent FDA and Health Canada guidelines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to communicate and work effectively in a team-based environment
• Knowledge of applicable software
• Good organizational skills; Multi-tasking ability

Background and Experience:

• B. Sc., M. Sc., Ph.D. in Chemistry and experience in a pharmaceutical-related field required
• Good theoretical and practical knowledge of organic, inorganic, physical and analytical chemistry including instrumental analysis

Problem Solving:

• Regular problem solving with significant degree of judgment coupled with excellent logical skills required. Problems typically include chemistry related issues (i.e. understanding the chemistry/degradation of the active), instrumentation related problems.

Working Conditions:

• Generally, fairly pleasant surroundings. Occasional exposure to higher than normal noise levels. Frequent, daily exposure to various chemicals used in the testing of raw materials, components and finished products. Occasional exposure to unpleasant odors resulting from testing procedures. Fairly level temperatures. Mixture of standing and walking, some light lifting and/or movement of material/ instruments.

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. No phone calls please. This position is open to applicants legally authorized to work in Canada. Taro Pharmaceuticals Inc. embraces diversity in the workplace and is committed to achieving employment equity. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. We ensure that our recruitment practices are supportive of this commitment and do not infringe on any characteristics protected by law. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Taro Pharmaceuticals Inc. will provide accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation. NOTE: All employment is conditional upon the completing and obtaining of a satisfactory background check which may include educational, employment, references and criminal records (for which a pardon has not been granted) checks. AGENCY NOTICE: Please note that Taro Pharmaceuticals Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Services Agreement with an agency / recruiter, Taro Pharmaceuticals Inc. will not consider any referrals or agree to payment of referral or recruitment fees. In the event a recruiter or an agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Taro Pharmaceuticals Inc. explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.