Position Title: Chemist 
Work Location: North Chicago, IL 60064
Assignment Duration: 12 Months
Work Arrangement: 100% onsite
 
Position Summary:
Chemist I, CMC Biologics Drug Product Development
Biologics Drug Product Development (Bio DPD), a part of Development Sciences within our organization’s R&D, is a global organization that is responsible for drug product formulation and process development, and definition of the product presentation for biologics (proteins, conjugates, peptides, neurotoxins etc.) and genetic medicine (AAV, LNPs, Cell Therapy).
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Support R&D laboratory areas with daily, weekly, and monthly tasks, including safety checks (eye wash stations, labeling, etc), glassware maintenance, chemical and supply management, waste management, and general lab organization.
• Perform weekly and monthly maintenance for laboratory instruments such as HPLC, ultra-low temperature freezers, water baths, viscometers, pH meters, and pipettes.
• Communicate and collaborate with other teams and functions regarding lab support tasks (e.g., glassware washing, EHS, stockroom, equipment calibration).
• Assist pipeline projects by preparing analytical reagent solutions, compounding formulations, support major study preparations, and etc.
• Provide timely support and ensure effective communication across teams.
• Adhere to safety requirements when performing tasks.

 
Qualifications & Experience:

• High school diploma with a STEM background and at least 3 years of laboratory experience (pharmaceutical industry preferred), or
• BS/BA or Associate degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, biochemistry, biology, pharmaceutical sciences, or a related field with 0-3 years lab experience (pharmaceutical industry preferred)
• Demonstrate experience in laboratory settings, including daily support of safety, organization, and lab upkeep (supply and waste management, wet bench work)
• Ability to perform routine cleaning and maintenance of laboratory instrumentation.
• Excellent organizational, communication, documentation skills; ability to multitask.
• Strong attention to detail, safety, and cleanliness.
• Ability to follow directions as well as work independently.
• Ability to safely lift reagents and supplies and handle hazardous chemicals.
• Basic computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, and use of instrument-related software.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to evolving laboratory practices.

 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 27.00/hr.