Analytical chemist

Job Description

Position Summary :

Analyze samples for various compounds and components in compliance with SOPs and regulatory agency guidelines with minimal guidance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Applies GMP / GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
• Conducts routine analyses in compliance with applicable methods, protocols, SOPs, and regulatory agency guidelines.
• Documents work, maintains study documentation and laboratory records.
• Operates laboratory equipment and software appropriate for assigned tasks.
• Performs peer review of data.
• Performs assigned workload on a daily basis and learns to effectively complete multiple assignments.
• Contributes to a cohesive team environment and maintains a positive attitude. Plans individual workload in coordination with team members.
• Maintains a clean and safe laboratory work environment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Learns to understand data generated.
• Learns to recognize deviations from normal results and inform Study Director, Principal Investigator, and / or management of any problems and / or deviations that may affect the integrity of the data.
• Learns to identify problems, determine appropriate actions, and implement solutions with support as appropriate.
• Able to adapt to new procedures or particular needs as directed.
• Able to identify critical steps in an assay.
• Supports process improvement initiatives.
• Completes all required training courses.
• May train less experienced staff.
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field (Laboratory experience may be substituted for degree)
• Associate’s Degree in Biotechnology from Madison College (Madison, WI)
• 6 months of experience
• Ability to learn new tasks
• Ability to think critically and solve problems quickly and efficiently
• Interacts with operational personnel and department management
• Interacts with internal clients and support groups
• Expected to understand the process for handling hazardous wastes and receive on-the-job training for handling specific waste types in their job area.
• Will be exposed to potential food allergens (ex. Milk, tree nuts, peanuts, fish, shellfish, etc.).
• Overtime and weekend work as required.
• Work requires some standing and sitting for long periods of time, including working within a laboratory hood and standing at a bench top.
• Work requires use of PPE (personal protective equipment).
• Will be exposed to potential food allergens

Additional Information

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 is a M / F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

Last updated : 2024-11-22