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Job Description:
Function of the Position:
This is a hands-on, highly technical position that supports the foods
standard-setting activities within USP’s Documentary Standards Division
(DSD). The incumbent is responsible for assisting in the development and
revision of monographs, general tests and assays, and responding to
internal and external queries related to the Food Chemicals Codex (FCC).
These activities require the critical evaluation of relevant documents
and other information, the performance of literature searches on related
topics, and the development and drafting of pertinent documents for other
DSD scientific staff and/or Expert Committee review. The incumbent
recognizes when additional expertise is needed and he/she has the ability
to put together and manage advisory panels. The incumbent also closely
follows the work of other Excipient Committees so that collaboration and
exchange of information is seamlessly accomplished and made available when
needed. He/she establishes and maintains relevant contacts outside of
USP, stays abreast of new findings, and informs other DSD scientific
staff of new developments in food quality methodologies.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Provides
general scientific support to other DSD scientific and managerial staff;
Performs the
critical evaluation and analysis of specifications supporting data and
translating specifications into FCC style and format;
Responds to
telephone and written inquiries pertaining to FCC monographs and general
tests and assays;
Keeps
abreast of current trends and developments in related scientific fields;
Communicates
with other USP departments regarding projects related to validation
studies, method development, and reference standards;
Assists in
the formation of USP FCC Expert Committees and in planning and organizing
their work assignments;
Provides
assistance and guidance to Expert Committees for preparation of portions
of the FCC;
Assists in
the activities of USP FCC Advisory Panels and subcommittees, as needed;
Serves as a
representative of USP at professional meetings, trade shows, and
conferences;
Gives public
presentations on matters related to USP and FCC;
Establishes
and maintains good working relationships with scientific and trade
organizations in the fields of food additives and ingredients;
Maintains
productive working relationships with Expert Committees, Project Teams,
and Advisory Panels.
Minimum Requirements:
Ph.D. or equivalent in Food Chemistry, Food Microbiology, Food Science,
or related fields and 5 years relevant experience OR an MS in Food
Chemistry, Food Microbiology, Food Science, or related field and 7 years
of relevant experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Proven track record of consistently delivering projects on time and with
high quality. Ability to rapidly assess technical complications to
identify, to define, and to solve technical issues. Broad knowledge of
projects and technologies within and outside the laboratory. Proficient
with testing involving analytical methods for raw materials. Proficient
in related analytical analysis and instrumentation (HPLC, CE, NMR, ICP,
AA, KF, UV, LC/MS, GC/MS). Ability to review, analyze, interpret and
report on data from various analytical tests. Knowledge of FCC, Codex
Committee on Food Additives and Contaminants (CCFAC), or the Joint Expert
Committee on Food Additives (JECFA). Ability to embrace and lead change.
Extremely adaptable. Strong interpersonal skills. Excellent communication
skills, both written and verbal. Strong presentation skills. Solid
understanding of the food additives and ingredient industry and the
associated regulatory framework. Outstanding written and verbal
communication skills. Solid knowledge of MS Office, internet research,
and database searches.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Status:
Exempt
We are proud to be an AA/EEO employer M/F/D/V. Women, minorities,
veterans, and disabled persons are encouraged to apply. If you are interested
in applying for employment with the United States Pharmacopeia and need
special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position,
please contact our Human Resources department at 301-816-8242 or
humanresources@usp.org.
Local candidates strongly preferred.
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