Taro Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a multinational, specialty pharmaceutical company with a vision of reaching people and touching lives globally as a leading provider of valued medicines. We are dedicated to meeting the needs of our customers and the overall community through the innovation, development, manufacturing and marketing of the highest quality healthcare products.

　　Established in 1950, Taros world class production facility is located in Brampton, Ontario, with a current team of over 600 Canadian employees. Our companys focus on the dermatology sector has made us a leading manufacturer and supplier of specialized topical products with a diverse portfolio of creams, ointments, liquids, and gels.

　　With support from our parent company, Sun Pharma, one of the worlds largest specialty generic pharmaceutical companies, we are committed to providing a healthy, safe and rewarding environment for all of our employees.

　　Our reward packages have been designed to meet the needs of our diverse workforce and their families. For additional information visit: www.taro.com.

　　What we offer:

　　A safe and clean; GMP regulated work environment

　　Opportunities for career growth and development

　　A competitive wage/salary

　　Incentive bonus programs that are designed to reward employees for their individual contributions

　　Benefit programs designed to support our employees and their families, including a comprehensive health & dental benefits package

　　Group RRSP matching program, direct access to healthcare and well-being programs, and paid time off

　　Employee training and organizational development programs including tuition reimbursement, internal mobility programs, and employee recognition programs

　　Our Brampton location is presently looking for Senior Chemist - R&D Analytical, (IVPT)

　　Job purpose

　　The main responsibilities of this position are to develop, validate and perform Invitro permeation testing for creams, gels, ointments etc. and provide analytical support to product development chemists. Key duties include development and validation of new Invitro Permeation testing methods, preparation of protocols and reports, and other documents for regulatory submissions. Testing of R&D batches, in accordance with GMP/GLP regulations may be required as needed. Work is completed with little supervision/guidance in a timely manner. Participate in the training/coaching of new staff.

　　Duties and responsibilities

　　Develop, validate and Perform Invitro permeation testing (IVPT) using Vertical diffusion cells (VDC).

　　Develop, validate and document new Invitro permeation testing methods with minimum supervision.

　　Prepare IVPT method validation protocols, method development and method validation reports.

　　Prepare Skin tissue, prepare biological samples as per test method for testing on HPLC/LCMSMS.

　　Experienced on Automatic sample preparation instruments.

　　Experience working on processing and analyzing of biological samples on HPLC/LC-MSMS will be an asset.

　　Participate in activities leading to product approval under the guidance of Senior R&D staff (ie. deficiency letter responses for chemistry issues, investigations, etc.)

　　Conduct laboratory investigation activities (OOS, laboratory incidents etc.)

　　Report and clearly document all research work performed

　　Report GMP work in accordance with current GMP/GLP regulations adhering to ALCOA + Principles.

　　Participate in activities leading to product approval.

　　Provide technical and investigative support to R&D Analytical Chemists.

　　Other duties as assigned by the Manager/Scientist/Supervisor.

　　Qualifications

　　Minimum one year work experience for PhD in IVPT lab and three years for M. Sc. in IVPT lab.

　　Exposure to bioanalytical testing such as blood, plasma or other biological fluid is highly preferred.

　　Good knowledge and understanding of GMP-s and GLP-s, as well as with pertinent FDA and Health Canada guidelines

　　Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to communicate and work effectively in a team-based environment

　　Working conditions

　　Generally, fairly pleasant surroundings. Occasional exposure to higher than normal noise levels. Frequent, daily exposure to various chemicals used in the testing of raw materials, components and finished products. Occasional exposure to unpleasant odors resulting from testing procedures. Fairly level temperatures. Mixture of standing and walking, some light lifting and/or movement of material/ instruments.

　　Physical requirements

　　Office based

　　Direct reports

　　NA

　　We thank all applicants, but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. No phone calls please.

　　This position is open to applicants legally authorized to work in Canada.

　　Taro Pharmaceuticals Inc. embraces diversity in the workplace and is committed to achieving employment equity. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. We ensure that our recruitment practices are supportive of this commitment and do not infringe on any characteristics protected by law.

　　In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Taro Pharmaceuticals Inc. will provide accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

　　NOTE: All employment is conditional upon the completing and obtaining of a satisfactory background check which may include educational, employment, references and criminal records (for which a pardon has not been granted) checks.

　　AGENCY NOTICE: Please note that Taro Pharmaceuticals Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Services Agreement with an agency / recruiter, Taro Pharmaceuticals Inc. will not consider any referrals or agree to payment of referral or recruitment fees. In the event a recruiter or an agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Taro Pharmaceuticals Inc. explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.

　　We provide equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, nationality, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, affectional or sexual orientation, military or veteran status, generic predisposing characteristics or any other basis prohibited by law.