QC Sample Coordinator (2nd Shift)

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

POSITION SUMMARY:

The QC Sample Coordinator performs incoming and outgoing sample management for in process, release, and stability studies. A QC Sample Coordinator complies with policies and procedures in order to maintain compliance with legal regulations, health and safety, and regulatory requirements. They will ensure samples are delivered in line with organizational standards, protocol specific requirements and client expectations.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate and perform workflow for laboratory operations support of multiple cGMP laboratories.
• Timely and accurate cGMP compliant processing of incoming and outgoing samples and reference materials.
• Accession samples into LIMS Sample Management and initiates sample chain-of-custody.
• Successfully complete all responsibilities for on-time availability of samples and reference standard material in accordance with Sample Management SOPs and other associated SOPs.
• Assist with the implementation of process improvement initiatives.
• Ensure data integrity and traceability.
• Generate and maintains records in a regulatory compliant manner.
• Contribute to oversight of Sample Management laboratory.
• Ability to independently follow standard protocols, performs associated tasks without errors per applicable SOPs.
• Assist in distribution of all samples destined for various QC laboratories.
• Perform sample aliquoting in a Biosafety cabinet using aseptic techniques as needed.
• Support inventory control of all retain, reference and reserve samples, including stability samples.
• Support for timely and effective investigation of area deviations or corrective actions.
• Interact with other functional areas and/or vendors to resolve problems, enhance processes and service delivery.
• Work through Protocol questions, issues, escalations and changes with relevant project team members.
• Coordinate information and communications for designated projects at the site level, including identification and escalation of discrepancies as needed.
• Operate effectively in both a team and individual setting.
• Provide excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Initiate and manage day-to-day tasks effectively.
• Utilize excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Maintain laboratory 5S organization, perform additional duties as needed.
  
  
  
  

Qualifications

BASIC MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Scientific discipline or associate’s degree and 0-1 years of industry experience or equivalent.
• Ability to utilize email, word processing and spreadsheet software.
• Ability to compute basic arithmetic operations: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Authorization for employment in the United States.
  
  
  
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Moderate understanding of ICH Guidelines as they pertain to Stability Studies and programs.
• Knowledge of GMPs, safety regulations and data integrity preferred.
• Proven fundamental use of LIMS systems
• Knowledge of material receipt and inventory control.
  
  
  
  

Additional Information

Position is full-time, Monday-Friday 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Sanford, NC are encouraged to apply.

What we offer:

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