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You Matter to Cambrex.

Cambrex is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that provides drug substance, drug product, and analytical services across the entire drug lifecycle. With more than 40 years of experience and a growing team of over 2,000 professionals servicing global clients, Cambrex is a trusted partner in branded and generic markets for API and dosage form development and manufacturing.

Your Work Matters.

At Cambrex, we strive to build a culture where all colleagues have the opportunity to:

+ engage in work that matters to our customers and the patients they serve

+ learn new skills and enjoy new experiences in an engaging and safe environment

+ strengthen connections with coworkers and the community

We’re committed to attracting and nurturing a passionate team of valued professionals in our fast-paced and growing company. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes healthcare, life insurance, planning for retirement, and more!

Your Future Matters.

Known for our customer-focused scientific and manufacturing excellence, as well as our strong commitment to quality and safety, we offer a range of career and growth opportunities across our global network of locations. Together with our customers, we aim to improve the quality of life for patients around the world. Start a career where You Matter by applying today!

Job Overview

Provide general analytical laboratory support such as executing simple analytical equipment calibrations and verifications, inventory management, solution preparation and glassware cleaning. Able to organize routine work with supervision and to escalate issues as appropriate. Exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action .

Responsibilities

+ Perform laboratory related tasks carefully, safely and on schedule according to SOPs and supervisor instructions.

+ Generate hand-written record of actions accurately and legibly on appropriate documentation.

+ Perform calibrations and verifications of instrumentation according to written procedures with little to no supervision.

+ Utilize Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for inventory control of reagents, standards, and samples.

+ Participate cGMP activities.

+ Maintain a clean and safe workspace.

+ Maintain laboratory equipment and testing supplies as directed.

+ Perform cleaning of analytical glassware as necessary.

+ Participate in group and project meetings as required.

+ Enter project hours promptly and update project status on appropriate tracking and/or timekeeping systems.

+ Attend and apply new training as required.

+ Participate in and comply with all current safety, health and environmental programs.

+ Communicate issues or challenges to senior staff and/or laboratory management.

+ May review calibrations, verifications and basic test data acquired by others and document witness of others’ activities.

+ Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills

+ Reasonable time management awareness to complete assignments within expectations of chemists and laboratory management.

+ Basic understanding of safe handling of chemicals.

+ Basic understanding of general laboratory techniques and understanding of mathematics.

+ Able to comply to SOPs and basic regulatory compliance.

+ Basic knowledge of scientific concepts, principles and procedures.

+ Awareness of regulatory authority and application to position.

+ Actively and positively engages with team and supports process improvements projects.

+ Ability to use computer to complete simple actions according to documented procedures.

+ Ability to operate laboratory equipment and computers.

+ Ability to take direction from experienced scientists and contributes in a team environment.

+ Good attention to details.

+ Good interpersonal skills and is willing to ask questions about procedures and concepts.

+ Aptitude and willingness to gain more skills and knowledge in support of GMP regulations.

+ Good written and verbal communication skills.

Education, Experience & Licensing Requirements

+ High school degree required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

+ Applicable experience in science-related field

The hiring range in Colorado for this position is $23/hour - $27/hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, education, skills and experience of the applicant, internal equity and alignment with market data. This information is provided per the Colorado Equal Pay Act. This position includes a competitive benefits package.

All requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Cambrex is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk and sit. The employee may be occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee may be required to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.

Environment and Protective Equipment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. The employee may be required to gain access to lab, manufacturing or clinical areas for inspections or work discussions. The employee is required to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment to perform the job duties. Such personal protective equipment may include but is not limited to: safety eyewear, various types of respirators/breathing apparatus, lab coats, gloves, etc.