Assistant Chemist - Radiology

The University of Iowa Health Care department of Radiology is seeking an Assistant Chemist to be responsible for qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses of raw materials, in-process samples and finished product.  Perform analyses using a combination of wet chemistry techniques and analytical instrumentation in accordance to FDA current Good Manufacturing (cGMP) using standard operating procedures, USP, EP and FCC monographs, UIHC PDMU or client supplied methods. 

Position Responsibilities:

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Compliance

• • Document legibly the procedures and results obtained in laboratory notebooks according to established regulatory guidelines.
  • Assist in calibration and maintenance of instruments used in analysis according to regulatory guidelines.
  • Interpret policies, regulations and guidelines to ensure compliance within area of assignment. 

• Manufacturing, Analysis, and Development

• • Follow regulations and procedures for handling and recording raw materials, including hazardous/regulated chemicals.
  • Conduct and oversee the setup, operation, cleaning and troubleshooting of manufacturing systems with a high degree of proficiency using established procedures and working under a moderate level of supervision.
  •  Perform GC, HPLC, IC, MCA, and TLC analysis under supervision.
  •  Enter and calculate results obtained in the above analysis in spreadsheets or databases.
  • Prepare materials and solvents for analytical assays.
  •  Perform dissolution testing.
• Leadership
  •  Crosstrain and provide assistance and back-up support with other assistant chemists and other staff as assigned in processes and procedures.
• Human Resources

• •  May provide functional supervision of staff, including training.
• Financial Responsibility
  •   May initiate purchasing requests for supplies and equipment.

Universal Competencies of the Position

• Collaboration/Positive Impact (Basic)
  • Ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and civil manner and utilize existing resources and learning to achieve or exceed desired outcomes of current and future organizational goals/needs. 
  • Grasps the inevitability and challenges of change and adapts accordingly; utilizes learning opportunities to prepare for changing work, methods and work environment.
  • Demonstrates civil and respectful behaviors valued within the organization.
  • Provides and accepts ideas and suggestions in a constructive and helpful manner.
  • Exhibits good teamwork: is approachable, cooperative, and contributes to an overall positive and productive work/team environment
• Service Excellence/Customer Focus (Basic)
  • Ability to meet or exceed customer service needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner. Ability to effectively transmit and interpret information through appropriate communication with internal and external customers.
  • Consistently provi