Principal Scientist
Company: Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories
Location: Lancaster
Posted on: May 11, 2022
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Job Description:
Company Description
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company,
providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients
across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer,
healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water
you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the
biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply
are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is
accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food,
environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in
agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent
market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for
genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced
material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.
In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in
Nantes, France to over 47,000 staff across a network of more than
900 independent companies in over 50 countries and operating more
than 800 laboratories. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000
analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition,
authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological
substances and products, as well as providing innovative clinical
diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging
players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing.
In 2019, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR --- 4.56 billion,
and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the
past 20 years.
Job Description
Position Summary: Perform various tasks and analyses of
Bio/pharmaceutical ingredients and products; reviewing or preparing
standards and samples for analysis and running a variety of
equipment or instrumentation independently; working efficiently;
ensuring that client receives quality data by reviewing laboratory
data for accuracy, clarity and adherence to GMP and/or GLP
regulations; evaluate current systems and suggest process
improvements when appropriate; initiate and assist completing
investigations.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
Applies the highest quality standard in all areas of
responsibility
Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
Demonstrates strong client service skills, teamwork, and
collaboration
Proactively plans and multitasks to maximize productivity
Meets all quality and productivity metrics and demonstrates strong
teamwork and collaboration
Regular attendance and punctuality
Performs laboratory operations with good dexterity, good laboratory
technique, and high degree of accuracy and precision
Perform/review preparations of reagents, samples, and standards
according to procedures.
Perform or review routine and non-routine analyses; instrumental
analyses; including calibration and troubleshooting of instruments
independently
Document testing, observations, deviations, and results clearly and
completely, and in compliance with regulatory requirements -
striving to minimize errors
Understand and perform calculations as required by test methods
Understand and utilize computers for information access,
calculations, and report preparation/review
Read and understand analytical procedures (compendial and client
supplied) and internal SOP's
Demonstrate technical writing skills
Process/review data, generate/review reports, and evaluate data
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Independently seek out work
Perform laboratory maintenance as required
Commitment to occasional overtime as workload requires
Support LEAN initiatives
Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
Communicates effectively with client staff members
Ensures good housekeeping with a neat, clean and orderly
workspace
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Ability and/or Skills:
Good dexterity; positive attitude; solution driven; good work
habits
(organized, efficient, careful, safety-conscious, accurate)
Attention to detail
Sound scientific logic
Good oral and written communication skills; understanding of
instrumentation; client service focused
Demonstration of organizational skills; ability to work with
moderate
supervision upon training completion on assigned task
Ability to handle multitasking
Experience
Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, or related
degree concentration and some laboratory experience
Additional Information
Position is FT Monday - Friday. Candidates currently living within
a commutable distance of Lancaster, PA are encouraged to apply.
Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical
coverage, dental, and vision options
Life and disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation and holidays
Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment
Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment
Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
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