Scientist III

Our Strength Is Our People. Passion. Principles. Perspective. At Watson, they're the traits that drive our growth and we apply them to every project and product. If you bring these qualities to your work, then we'd like you to consider joining our team.Summary: Under minimum supervision, performs highly technical and specialized Analytical
Scientist duties, research on assigned problems and studies in support of Watson's method development, method validation and complex technical investigation efforts. Performs testing of raw materials, in process (IP), finished product (FP) and stability (ST) samples, maintenance and calibration of analytical instruments, and carries out assigned laboratory work to support method development validation and complex technical investigations. Provides lead duties by providing technical assistance and training.

Carries out lead responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies, procedures, and state, federal and local laws.
Reviews notebooks, supporting documents, and others to support the daily activities of assigned laboratory staff.
Operates general analytical instruments during testing with raw material, IP, FP and ST sample testing such as HPLC, Gas Chromatography (GC), UV, automatic titrator, IR, AA, TLC and dissolution testing.
Performs wet chemistry tests on samples such as LOD, pH, and titration; prepares standard and sample solutions as required by test methods; and performs all necessary calculations associated with the test analyses.
Revises specification reports and test methods for raw materials and finished products.
Labels, transcribes and records documentation such as report sheets and laboratory notebooks as required by Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Cleans, maintains and calibrates laboratory equipment to ensure compliance with cGLP and cGMP.
Writes Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs), policies and laboratory related reports.
Performs physical testing such as particle size and thermal analysis.
Performs complex investigations, method validations and method development.
Carries out quantitative and qualitative analyses including but not limited to reference standard qualifications, method comparisons and method transfers.
Participates in the training of departmental employees.
Provides support and coaching to subordinate employees in the areas of training, planning, and work assignment.
Ensures project deadlines and performance standards are established and met.
Ensures compliance with all Company policies and procedures, including safety rules and regulations.
Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Knowledge of:
Pertinent SOP's related to pharmaceutical laboratory testing, analyses and documentation.
UV/IR, HPLC, GC, and TLC instruments, dissolution testing, operation methods and techniques.
Business, scientific and personal computer hardware and software applications.
Business English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Wet Chemistry and Chemistry related to sampling methods, quality control systems, analysis and documentation practices and procedures.
FDA, cGLP, cGMP, and SOP regulatory rules, regulations and guidelines.
Spectroscopic and chromatographic operation, techniques and systems.
Leadership and training practices and methods.

Skill in:
Responding to inquiries from management, employees and regulatory agencies.
Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Operating scientific and personal computers.
Managing multiple projects, duties and assignments.
Coordinating, delegating assignments and reviewing the work of assigned department personnel.
Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with others.

Watson offers competitive medical and dental benefits, including vision, 401(k) and educational reimbursement.Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. We value the benefits of diversity.Apply Online Now! To apply for this position, please click here.