What are the responsibilities and job description for the Stability Sample Management Specialist position at Eurofins PSS Insourcing Solutions?
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.
Core responsibilities / Requirements included, but not limited to:
- Administer stability study samples; inventory incoming project samples; set up stability studies, label samples, and place into chambers; verify sample chamber placement, labeling, and container counts
- Pull samples from chambers at appropriate intervals; ship stability samples to clients and disposal facilities; perform periodic chamber inventories
- Maintain contents of stability chambers in an organized, orderly manner; administer stability sample location movement; perform stability chamber operational status monitoring; change charts; clean inside of chambers
- Subdivision and repackaging of samples as specified in the applicable protocols using appropriate laboratory techniques
- Follow all department procedures and SOPs; understand and apply GMP regulations to daily work; document data according to regulatory requirements
The ideal candidate would possess:
- 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
Basic Minimum Qualifications:
- AS degree, BS degree, or technical degree
- 0-2 years in comparable/related role with sample management experience
- Experience with cGMP
- Basic laboratory skills are necessary
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Position is Monday-Friday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm Overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Groton, CT 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
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
