Environmental Monitoring Analyst 3rd Shift (Sun-Wed)

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 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

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join us as an Environmental Monitoring Analyst at a commercial cell therapy production center located in Frederick MD. You will work with the Quality Control team to support our efforts in this exciting new area of cancer immunotherapy

Quality Control is a support team for manufacturing, primarily involved in cleanroom environmental monitoring. Additional tasks may include final product microbiological testing, subculture, EM trend monitoring as well as utility monitoring of compressed gases/air and water. If you are driven, eager to learn, and excited to impact the world positively, we would love to have you on our team!

Responsibilities

• Performs cleanroom environmental and/or utility monitoring and sampling as a primary function in Grades D-B (ISO 8-5).
• Monitors bio hazardous waste in laboratory and satellite accumulation area
• Participates in validation and qualification activities as needed
• Reviews and issues Environmental Notifications based on raw data, and validated electronic data acquisition systems.
• Troubleshoots standard instrumentation/test methods.
• Performs activities in support of final product release testing (e.g. tests applicable for endotoxin, sterility, and particle isolation)
• Performs activities in support of routine and non-routine environmental monitoring including surface viable air, non-viable air and personnel monitoring.
• Performs routine utility monitoring to include water sampling and bioburden testing and sampling of compressed gases/air
  
  
  

Qualifications

Ideal Candidate Would Possess:

• Prior experience in the biopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical industry
• Prior lab experience
• Basic Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
• Basic Knowledge of general techniques such as aseptic technique, cleanroom gowning, and laboratory documentation
• Knowledge of CFR and other regulatory requirements.
• LIMS Proficiency
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are required.
• Technical training on environmental monitoring of facility and utility systems.
  
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant experience and a High School diploma or BS degree, or degree in a related field
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Mobile device for Multi-Factor Authentication: iOS 12 or Android 7 (device must have biometric capability) or greater is required.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
  
  
  

What To Expect In The Hiring Process

• 10-15 Minute Phone Interview with Recrutier
• 60 Minute Virtual Interview with Hiring Manager
  
  
  

Additional Information

The position is full-time, Sun - Wed 3 pm - 2 am. Candidates living within a commutable distance of Frederick, MD are encouraged to apply. The position includes excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options.

• 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
• Base pay is between 26-28 per hour depending on education and years of experience
• 15% shift differential for 3rd shift
  
  
  

Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services® (PSS) is a global, award-winning insourcing solution that places our people at our clients’ sites dedicated to running and managing laboratory services while eliminating headcount, co-employment, and project-management worries.

We infuse our 55-year track record of scientific and laboratory operations expertise, as well as HR, and a great place to work best practices, to recruit, hire, train, and manage highly qualified scientists to perform laboratory services using our client’s quality systems and equipment.

To learn more about Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, please explore our website www.eurofinsus.com.

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.