Lab Assistant- Analytical Development

Job description
Laboratory Assistant – AD Job Description

Purpose

To analyse R&D trial batches, Stability Samples and Routine calibration of the Instruments

Position / Job Title

Laboratory Assistant - AD

Department

AD – R&D

Reporting To

Sr. Chemist/ Manager - AD

Location

Concord - Canada

Years of Experience

0-1 year related experience

Dosage Form

Solid/Nasal / Liquid

Job Responsibilities / Deliverables

· To analyse Assay, Preservative content, SAC, DSD, Osmolality, Viscosity and Spray pattern testing of R&D Trial batches samples, Stability samples and Stability report preparation.

· Particulate matter method development and R&D Trial batch analysis by APSS, PSD method development by Microscope and Viscosity method development.

· Cleaning method development and partial validation.

· Partial validation of Assay, Preservative content methods.

· Reverse engineering study, Tubing study analysis, PDR batches analysis

· To perform Chemical testing and Method evaluation for API

· Daily Balance calibration, pH meter calibration, Actuator movement verification / Load cell calibration of Proveris and Malvern system.

· Development STP, Specification and Development Stability Protocol and report preparation

· Controlled substance sample destruction on weekly basis

· Operate a variety of standard laboratory equipment (pH meter, balances, sonicator, etc.).

· Ensure that work is performed in compliance with GMP, GLP, SOPs, and current test methods.

Any other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Pre-Requisites

· B.Sc. degree or equivalent in an applicable discipline of science (pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, medical laboratory science or related)

· 0 to 1 year of experience in a pharmaceutical R&D laboratory and / or CMO setting

· Knowledge of Health Canada and U.S. FDA GMP requirements for pharmaceutical testing, the Controlled Drugs and Substances Regulations and the Precursor Control Regulations would be an asset.

· Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel and Word.

· Open to work afternoon shift 12 noon to 8 PM

Additional notes

· Receiving, inventorying, labeling and disposing of samples requires some reaching/bending and light lifting on a daily basis.

· Flexibility in hours of work to address emergency issues / controlled substance related activities outside of normal workday.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:
• Concord, ON L4K 4J1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:
• Pharmaceutical R&D: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2026-08-15