Sr Scientist
Company: Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories
Location: Lancaster
Posted on: May 15, 2022
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 laboratories work
with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they
supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is
accurate.
The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food,
environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in
agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It is one of
the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for
genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material
sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having
an emerging global presence in Contract Development and
Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing
presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic
testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.
In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes,
France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial
network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins
companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to
evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin,
traceability and purity of biological substances and products.
In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and
has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past
20 years.
Job Description
Employee Responsibilities:
- Performing a large variety of analytical tasks for the
development and validation of analytical methods used in the
testing of drug products and raw materials by means of various
procedures including HPLC, GC, UV/Vis, and dissolution; reading,
understanding, and interpreting diverse analytical procedures
presented in a variety of written styles
- Utilizes technical knowledge in the development of unique
analytical methods (including researching projects via literature
and internet)
- Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as
appropriate
- Read, understand, and follow the direction of analytical
procedures (client and compendial) and internal SOPs
- Utilize appropriate resources for information when developing
analytical methods
- Manage projects and discuss projects with clients when
necessary
- Perform laboratory operations with good dexterity, good
laboratory techniques, and high degree of accuracy and
precision
- Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, understand
principles (theory) of laboratory instrumentation
- Understand and perform calculations as required by test methods
(some derivation of equations may be required)
- Understand and utilize computers for information access,
calculations, processing data, and report preparation
- Lead projects and perform method development and validation
utilizing a variety of analytical techniques, act as technical lead
in conference calls with clients
- Train others in laboratory procedures
- Perform laboratory maintenance, communicate with vendors and
repair personnel
- Write investigations
- Overcheck developmental and investigational work performed by
other analysts
- Self-teach new analytical procedures and computer programs
- Write new SOPs and update existing SOPs
Qualifications
The Ideal Candidate would possess:
- Experience with MS instrumentation, such as, TOF or QTOF for
the purpose of RNA/DNA and/or oligonucleotide
identification/quantification. Experience with HPLC chromatographic
method development and validation is strongly desired.
- Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
- Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to
detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team,
self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
- Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks
simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and
comply with company policies
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or other related
degree concentration, or equivalent directly-related experience
(two years of directly related industry experience is equivalent to
one full-time year of college in related major)
- BS with 5+ years or MS with 3+ years or PhD with 1+ years in
Chemistry or related field performing HPLC analyses
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without
restriction or sponsorship
What We Offer
Additional Information
- 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.
Keywords: Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, Lancaster , Sr Scientist, Other , Lancaster, Pennsylvania
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