Chemist in pharmaceutical industry?

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The discussion centers on the experience of a new chemist entering the pharmaceutical industry, specifically during a one-month trial period. Key concerns include understanding laboratory tasks, the working environment, and the necessary skills to succeed. Participants emphasize the importance of manual dexterity and familiarity with laboratory equipment, as well as the potential risks associated with chemical exposure. Additionally, the discussion highlights the expectation of long hours and the need for patience during the probationary phase to secure a full-time position.

PREREQUISITES
  • Basic knowledge of laboratory safety protocols in pharmaceutical settings
  • Familiarity with common laboratory equipment such as spectrophotometers and centrifuges
  • Understanding of chemical handling and risk assessment in a lab environment
  • Awareness of pharmaceutical industry regulations and compliance standards
NEXT STEPS
  • Research laboratory safety practices specific to the pharmaceutical industry
  • Learn about the operation and maintenance of key lab equipment like HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography)
  • Study the principles of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and its application in pharmaceutical testing
  • Explore techniques for improving manual dexterity relevant to laboratory tasks
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This discussion is beneficial for new chemists, laboratory technicians, and anyone preparing to enter the pharmaceutical industry, particularly those seeking insights into trial work expectations and laboratory practices.

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Now I've managed to find pharmaceutical industry firm job, they told me first of all it will be 1 month trial.
I don't know what kind of laboratory work that i will do or learn.
But I have to know which things that I should pay attention to it in 1 month trial work period.

What are the work tasks and working environment in pharma labs?
Which things can I learn before entering to that job?
I need help from pharmaceutical industry chemists or technicians. What are the hardest part of them?

What are the lab. equipments and analyse or process tasks of pharma laboratories? I am not good at using my hands in the jobs which needs flexible in manual dexterity.

What are the work-time hours of pharma companies? They wanted lots of hospital tests before joining to that job, this means it will be more risky work aura with chemical inhalation and risky work tasks. Therefore it must be short work times in a routine laboratory days. Also it must be holiday in the weekends. Am I true or wrong?
 
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No weekends, probation is time to show yourself off to your supervisor who will have good comments about you after 1 month before you can get the full-time contract. Please be patient and endure until it's done.
 

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