Chemist I

Hikma Pharmaceuticals

Chemist I performing routine inspections and chemical analyses in a pharmaceutical laboratory. Conducting tests and maintaining laboratory equipment according to standard operating procedures.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeCherry Hill • New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $23 - $39 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform routine functions of the Chemistry Laboratory
Conducts physical inspections of components and printed materials, chemical and physical analyses on pharmaceutical products through all stages of the manufacturing process from incoming components and raw materials to finished goods and stability, in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and Specifications
Samples raw materials and water for laboratory testing and logs lots in LIMS, as assigned
Conducts critical chemical and physical testing, and routine inspections on incoming components, raw materials, initial, in-process, final products and stability samples, along with customer complaint and retain samples per cGMP, Company SOPs and Specifications
Works under minimum supervision
Performs duties in support of the day-to-day functions of the QC Chemistry Laboratory
This includes but not limited to, physical inspections, wet chemical analysis, instrumental analysis, and other various laboratory methods
Use sophisticated laboratory instrumentation (HPLC, GC, FTIR, AA, UV/Vis, etc.) and computer systems to collect and record data
Complete all testing, including special project/protocol testing in a timely and appropriate manner
Enter data in LIMS
Maintain data integrity and ensure compliance with company SOPs and specifications
Investigate deviations and write exception documents
Perform laboratory housekeeping and glassware cleaning
Perform safety and documentation audits monthly
Maintains laboratory cleanliness as needed
Perform equipment maintenance and calibrations as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelors Degree in Chemistry, or Biological Science with Analytical Chemistry or Laboratory coursework and 0-2 year’s experience
Experience with HPLC and GC is preferred
Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently, and in a timely fashion
Computer literate
Must be detail oriented, conscientious and have high reading comprehension skills
Must have basic understanding of laboratory instrumentation
Must be able to communicate effectively with supervisors and peers
Must be able to accommodate a flexible work schedule (weekends, shift, etc.) which may be required for business needs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual performance bonus
Commission and share potential
Auto enrollment in a Hikma-sponsored 401(k) program at a pre-tax contribution rate of 3% of eligible pay
Hikma will match 100% of the first 6% of eligible pay that you contribute
A generous paid time off (PTO) bank starting with 20 days (prorated based on hire date)
Additional days granted upon reaching work milestone anniversaries
3 personal days (prorated based on hire date)
11 company paid holidays
Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, life insurance, prescription drug coverage, and a variety of voluntary benefits
Employee discount program
Wellbeing rewards program
Safety and Quality is a top organizational priority
Career advancement and growth opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Paid maternity and parental leave

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Hard Skills & Tools

Chemical AnalysisPhysical InspectionWet Chemical AnalysisInstrumental AnalysisLaboratory Instrumentation

Soft Skills

Detail OrientedEffective CommunicationTime Management