Job Description

Laboratory Assistant - AD

Purpose

To analyse R&D trial batches, Stability Samples and Routine calibration of the Instruments

Position / Job Title

Laboratory Assistant - AD

Department

AD - R&D

Reporting To

Sr. Chemist/ Manager - AD

Location

Concord - Canada

Years of Experience

0-1 year related experience

Dosage Form

Solid/Nasal / Liquid

Job Responsibilities / Deliverables

To analyse Assay, Preservative content, SAC, DSD, Osmolality, Viscosity and Spray pattern testing of R&D Trial batches samples, Stability samples and Stability report preparation.

Particulate matter method development and R&D Trial batch analysis by APSS, PSD method development by Microscope and Viscosity method development.

Cleaning method development and partial validation.

Partial validation of Assay, Preservative content methods.

Reverse engineering study, Tubing study analysis, PDR batches analysis

To perform Chemical testing and Method evaluation for API

Daily Balance calibration, pH meter calibration, Actuator movement verification / Load cell calibration of Proveris and Malvern system.

Development STP, Specification and Development Stability Protocol and report preparation

Controlled substance sample destruction on weekly basis

Operate a variety of standard laboratory equipment (pH meter, balances, sonicator, etc.).

Ensure that work is performed in compliance with GMP, GLP, SOPs, and current test methods.

Any other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Pre-Requisites

B.Sc. degree or equivalent in an applicable discipline of science (pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, medical laboratory science or related)

0 to 1 year of experience in a pharmaceutical R&D laboratory and / or CMO setting

Knowledge of Health Canada and U.S. FDA GMP requirements for pharmaceutical testing, the Controlled Drugs and Substances Regulations and the Precursor Control Regulations would be an asset.

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel and Word.

Open to work afternoon shift 12 noon to 8 PM

Additional notes

Receiving, inventorying, labeling and disposing of samples requires some reaching/bending and light lifting on a daily basis.

Flexibility in hours of work to address emergency issues / controlled substance related activities outside of normal workday.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Extended health care On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:

Concord, ON L4K 4J1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Pharmaceutical R&D: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-08-15