Analytical Lab Technician (1 Year Contract)

Key Responsibilities
•    Works as a member of the Penang Analytical Laboratory (PAL) Team to complete all required analysis in a timely manner. 
•    Capable of operating analytical instruments (HPLC, GCFID/MS, Karl Fischer, Dissolution Apparatus, UV-Vis and FTIR)
•    Capable of preparing buffers, mobile phase, reagents and media needed for analysis
•    Provide testing evaluation of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products samples based on specifications
•    Assist Chemist with the investigations into suspected analytical lab testing results i.e. OOS, OOT, atypical data etc. 
•    Interprets and applies department policies and procedures and applicable laws, rules, and regulations
•    Understand and precisely follows Standard Operating Procedures, global methods, local methods and published standard or compendia methods USP, AOCS, ASTM
•    Escalate to Lab management for all sample lots with test results outside specified limits
•    Maintain calibration of specific laboratory equipment as outlined in the calibration procedure
•    Work with Chemist to support troubleshooting activities of Analytical equipment and associated Lab software
•    Assist Chemist to perform Analytical equipment qualifications, Analytical method validation/ verification activities
•    Maintain standardization and replenishment of all laboratory volumetric solutions and reagents
•    Assist with Lab consumables inventory management and initiate procurement when safety stock reached
•    Ensure all samples no longer needed are boxed and properly identified for disposal

Requirements
•    Diploma in Science or higher majoring in chemistry or any other relevant scientific discipline
•    Basic computer skills such as Word, Excel 
•    Ability to follow all methods and procedures in strict compliance with FDA cGLP guidelines
•    Must be comfortable working on individual projects leading/participating in a team across various functions to deliver results on tight timelines
•    Expertise and practical laboratory experience
•    Preferably 1-2 years of experience with HPLC/ GCFID/MS along with other analytical instrumentation
•    Excellent written, oral, and visual communication skills to communicate effectively with all levels and teams of the organization

About Us

As a global medical technology leader for more than 40 years, our mission at Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) is to transform lives through innovative medical solutions that improve the health of patients. If you’re looking to truly make a difference to people both around the world and around the corner, there’s no better place to make it happen.