Extractable and Leachable Supervisor

SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With over 97,000 employees in 130 countries and operating a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories, we provide services to almost every industry by assuring quality and safety of products and services.

Trusted all over the world, SGS is a market leader because we put 100% passion, pride and innovation into everything we do. We encourage new ideas. We welcome people who challenge the way we do things. And we will be 100% committed to helping you reach your full potential.

• Oversee the activities of analysts in E&L team and ensure the group is on track to meet its financial goals.
• Oversee personnel assigned to E & L projects for time sheet and performance reviews
• Supervise day to day laboratory operation and scheduling of E&L samples and projects.
• Write and review protocols and reports for E&L studies.
• Review data and results for E&L studies.
• Train analysts on techniques and methods.
• Operates and maintains GC-MS, UPLC-MS and/or ICP-MS instruments for E&L studies. Document activities in accordance with cGMP.
• Serve as a technical expert of E&L team in E&L study designs, analytical techniques and analysis of data.
• Attend and present at technical conferences to demonstrate technical expertise to potential clients.
• May communicate with clients regarding time performance or problems encountered in the analysis.
• Assist in keeping inventory of laboratory chemicals and equipment necessary for the day to day functioning of the laboratory and in compiling list of supplies to be ordered when needed
• Performs duties according to LSS Global direction and in compliance with cGMP and GLP regulations and SGS Integrity programs.
• Provides guidance and/or leadership to others, including indirect reports, peers, or managers

• Bachelor’s degree minimum or Advanced degree in a relevant scientific discipline (analytical chemistry preferred) with 3-5 years of pharmaceutical industry experience in FDA regulated labs including GMP/GLP/GDP operations.
• At least 3 years Extractable and Leachables (E&L) project experience, including E&L study designs, structure elucidation, analytical method development and validation.
• At least 1 year of protocol and report writing experience
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience on GC-MS, UPLC-MS and/or ICP-MS instruments.
• Solid knowledge of chemistry on structure elucidation of unknown extractable and leachable compounds by UPLC-MS and GC-MS.
• Ability to work well with others & independently. Works with and supervises people of diverse backgrounds

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role.

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee wellness programs
• Wealth: Competitive pay, 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment), employee referral program, annual bonus target
• Happiness:
  • Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement program
  • Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off (vacation, sick, company holidays, floating holidays, volunteer time)

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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