Careers at Prompt Praxis Labs

Providing cost-effective options to physicians, pharmacies, and outsourcing facilities in an effort to ensure chemically safe and effective compounded preparations.

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POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Accounting Specialist

Accounting Specialist

Hours / Location: Full Time / On Site

About Prompt Praxis Laboratories

Prompt Praxis Laboratories (PPL), founded in 2011, is a women-owned analytical and microbiology lab specializing in rapid testing, analytical development, and comprehensive support services. Leveraging modern technology and automation, PPL delivers accurate, high-quality results for Pharmaceutical, Compounding Pharmacy, and Medical Device clients. Committed to scientific excellence, data integrity, and operational innovation, PPL provides cost-effective solutions that ensure safe, effective drug products. PPL offers a competitive total rewards package, including 401(k) matching, comprehensive employee benefits, and a commitment to ongoing professional development. Join PPL and build a career defined by excellence and impact.

Position Description

The Accounting Specialist supports the Finance team by maintaining accurate financial records, processing routine accounting transactions, and assisting with monthly close activities. This role plays a critical part in ensuring timely, reliable financial data while supporting PPL’s growing operational and reporting needs. The position works closely with senior accounting staff and finance leadership to maintain strong financial controls and operational discipline.

Primary Responsibilities

General Accounting & Bookkeeping

  • Record and maintain daily financial transactions in the general ledger.
  • Assist with monthly account reconciliations, including bank and balance sheet accounts.
  • Support accurate and timely month-end close activities.
  • Maintain organized and auditable financial records

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

  • Process vendor invoices, expense reports, and payments in accordance with company policies.
  • Support customer invoicing, billing accuracy, and follow-up on outstanding receivables.
  • Respond to routine billing and payment inquiries from internal teams and external partners.

Payroll & Administrative Support

  • Assist with payroll processing and payroll record maintenance.
  • Support documentation related to employee compensation and payroll reporting.
  • Help ensure compliance with internal controls and applicable regulations.

Financial Reporting & Analysis Support

  • Assist in preparation of basic financial reports and schedules for management review.
  • Support budget tracking and variance analysis under the direction of senior accounting staff.
  • Help gather and organize information for audits and external reviews.

Other Responsibilities

  • Maintain accuracy of financial data across accounting systems.
  • Support process improvements related to accounting workflows and documentation.
  • Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
  • 1-3 years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting support, or a related role.
  • Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and general ledger processes.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
  • Experience with accounting or ERP systems preferred.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong work ethic, integrity, and willingness to learn and grow.

How to Apply

For immediate consideration, please send your resume to:
[email protected]

Associate Scientist I – Quality Control

Associate Scientist I - Quality Control

The Associate Scientist I documents experiments in accordance with company policies, procedures, and protocols,
demonstrating a working knowledge of analytical tasks and the application of scientific principles and technologies.
Works collaboratively with scientists and senior scientists to develop and implement analytical test procedures that
support drug substance, drug product, compounded sterile preparation activities, and analytical sample testing.

Location: Vernon Hills, IL (Onsite)

Primary Responsibilities

  • Operates the materials management system integrating receiving, quarantine, release, inventory, and disposal mechanisms.
  • Prepares mobile phase, samples, and standards for use in procedures and has responsibility for preventing waste or loss of materials.
  • Maintains proper waste disposal handling and record keeping.
  • Participates in the execution and optimization of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for equipment and instrumentation per cGMPs.
  • Correctly analyzes and interprets the outcome of experiments.
  • Prepares and assembles documentation such as entries into laboratory notebooks and maintains proper records per relevant SOPs and policies.
  • Collaborates with supporting management for assigned tasks, including technology transfer.
  • Ability to learn the regulations and legal requirements as well as policies and procedures as relevant to areas of responsibility.
  • Applies knowledge to ensure safe and compliant practices, manage risk, and maximize opportunities for projects to succeed.
  • Learn and become proficient with UPLC and Empower and various other analytical instruments and software packages.
  • Performs routine analytical tests of excipients, APIs, finished products, compounded sterile preparations, and stability samples.
  • Create and maintain clear and concise lab records and documentation.
  • Responsible for the timely execution of lab analysis and related documentation.
  • Supports daily analysis and stability study activities with significant supervision.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in field of Science/Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, or Biology.
  • 0 to 2 years of cGMP laboratory experience or equivalent.
  • Familiarity with analytical instrumentation theory and practice.
  • Familiarity with wet chemistry techniques.
  • Computer skills: Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Good oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
  • Ability to learn, comprehend, and follow procedures in a cGMP environment.
  • Ability to exercise a degree of initiative and judgment to solve problems of medium difficulty.
  • Good organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to effectively function in a fast-paced work environment.
  • Learn cGMPs, FDA, and ICH guidelines.

How to Apply

For immediate consideration, please send your resume to:

[email protected]

Associate Scientist II - Physicals

Associate Scientist II - Physicals

The Associate Scientist II - Physicals supports Prompt Praxis Laboratories physical and particulate testing
operations by executing routine and advanced physical characterization testing in a cGMP-regulated laboratory
environment. This role focuses on appearance, pH, osmolality, gravimetric measurements, visual inspection,
and particle sizing using USP Method I and Method II. The Associate Scientist II applies sound scientific
principles, established procedures, and quality systems to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant testing
in support of client programs, stability studies, and internal initiatives.

Location: Onsite in Vernon Hills, IL (7:30 a.m. start time)

Primary Responsibilities

Physical and Particulate Testing Execution

  • Perform routine and advanced physical testing including appearance, pH, osmolality, visual inspection, and gravimetric measurements in accordance with approved SOPs, specifications, and cGMP requirements.
  • Execute particle sizing and particle identification testing using USP <788> and <789> Method I (light obscuration) and Method II (microscopy), as applicable.
  • Support testing of raw materials, excipients, APIs, finished products, compounded preparations, and stability samples.
  • Prepare samples, standards, controls, and solutions with attention to accuracy, traceability, and material conservation.
  • Analyze, trend, and interpret test results; identify atypical results and escalate per established procedures.
  • Ensure accurate, contemporaneous documentation of all test activities in laboratory notebooks, worksheets, and electronic systems.

Documentation, Compliance, and Quality Systems

  • Maintain compliance with cGMPs, data integrity principles (ALCOA+), and PPL quality systems.
  • Support investigations including OOS, deviations, excursions, and CAPAs related to physical and particulate testing.
  • Participate in method verification, validation, transfer, and robustness studies as assigned.
  • Contribute to SOP creation, review, and continuous improvement initiatives related to physical and particulate testing.

Equipment, Instrumentation, and Laboratory Readiness

  • Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot physical testing instrumentation including pH meters, osmometers, analytical balances, visual inspection systems, particle counters, and microscopy systems.
  • Perform routine equipment checks, calibrations, and maintenance in accordance with SOPs and metrology requirements.
  • Support laboratory organization, materials management, and readiness for audits and inspections.
  • Ensure proper handling, labeling, storage, and disposal of samples and materials.

Collaboration and Continuous Improvement

  • Work closely with Physicals leadership, QA, Client Services, and Operations to meet testing schedules and client commitments.
  • Effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced laboratory environment with minimal supervision.
  • Apply scientific judgment to support continuous improvement, efficiency, and risk reduction initiatives.
  • Participate in training and mentoring of junior staff, as appropriate.

Desired Qualifications

  • BA or BS in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
  • Four or more years of experience in a cGMP-regulated analytical laboratory with direct experience in physicals and particulate testing.
  • Hands-on experience performing appearance, pH, osmolality, and gravimetric testing.
  • Demonstrated experience with particle sizing using Method I (light obscuration) and Method II (microscopy).
  • Strong understanding of USP <788>, <789>, and applicable compendial and regulatory requirements.
  • Working knowledge of FDA regulations, cGMPs, and data integrity expectations.
  • Strong documentation skills with the ability to generate clear, accurate, and compliant records.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage competing priorities.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented laboratory environment.

How to Apply

For immediate consideration, please send your resume to:

[email protected]

Lab Support Technician

Lab Support Technician

The Lab Support Technician supports Prompt Praxis Laboratories analytical and microbiology laboratory operations by
performing sample management, inventory coordination, and inter-site logistics responsibilities across PPL locations.
This role is critical to ensuring samples, materials, and supplies move efficiently, securely, and compliantly
throughout their full lifecycle. The Lab Support Technician works closely with Scientists, Analysts, and Operations
leadership to maintain laboratory readiness, safety, and operational efficiency.

Location: Vernon Hills, IL (Onsite)

Work Hours: Full-time position with a consistent schedule of either 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. or
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday and Saturday are required workdays, with Sunday and one additional weekday off.

Primary Responsibilities

Sample Receiving, Handling, and Tracking

  • Receive incoming client samples and internal materials, ensuring accurate log-in, labeling verification, and documentation per approved SOPs.
  • Inspect samples upon receipt for integrity, proper packaging, and labeling accuracy; escalate discrepancies according to established procedures.
  • Maintain strict chain-of-custody and location accuracy for all samples throughout receiving, storage, transport, testing, retention, and disposal.
  • Ensure proper segregation of samples by status, including received, quarantined, in testing, on-hold, completed, retained, and disposed.
  • Coordinate with laboratory teams to ensure timely and accurate routing of samples to appropriate testing locations.

Inter-Site Logistics

  • Safely operate a company vehicle to transport samples, materials, supplies, and equipment between multiple PPL sites.
  • Perform scheduled and ad hoc sample transfers while maintaining temperature, handling, and documentation requirements.
  • Ensure vehicles are maintained in a clean and compliant condition; perform basic inspections and report maintenance needs.
  • Adhere to all safety, DOT, and company driving policies.

Inventory and Materials Management

  • Support inventory management activities including tracking, stocking, and replenishment of laboratory and operations supplies.
  • Coordinate with Operations and Laboratory leadership to ensure appropriate stock levels are maintained across sites.
  • Organize storage areas to ensure materials are clearly labeled, accessible, and audit-ready.

Documentation, Compliance, and Safety

  • Accurately complete all required logs, checklists, and documentation related to sample handling, transport, and inventory.
  • Follow all applicable SOPs, quality policies, and safety procedures within a regulated laboratory environment.
  • Support audit readiness by maintaining organized records and traceable sample movement.

Desired Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or logistics or operations experience preferred.
  • Prior experience in logistics, warehouse operations, laboratory support, healthcare, or regulated environments preferred.
  • Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; experience driving a box van or similar commercial vehicle strongly preferred.
  • Ability to lift, move, and transport materials and sample containers as required.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to follow written procedures and maintain accurate documentation.
  • Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-site operational environment.

How to Apply

For immediate consideration, please send your resume to:

[email protected]

Interested in Future Opportunities?

We welcome inquiries beyond our current openings. If you do not see a position that matches your experience at this time, you are still encouraged to submit your resume for future consideration.

Please email your resume and cover letter to [email protected] .  All submissions will be kept on file for future opportunities.

 

How to Apply for Open Positions

To apply for any current openings, please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] .

In the subject line, clearly state the position you are applying for (for example: Application for Laboratory Technician). This helps to make sure that your application is routed correctly.

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