What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Scientist, Method Development and Validation position at Eurofins?
Company Description
Eurofins is the world leader in the bio/pharmaceutical testing market. With over €5.3 billion in annual revenues and 55,000 employees across 900 sites in 50 countries, Eurofins is a leading international group of laboratories providing an unparalleled range of testing and support services to the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, food, environmental, and consumer products industries and to governments.
The Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing (BPT) Group is the largest network of harmonized bio/pharmaceutical GMP product testing laboratories worldwide. Eurofins BPT provides comprehensive CMC laboratory services for the world’s largest pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies. The service portfolio supports all stages of the drug development process and all functional areas of bio/pharmaceutical manufacturing, including method development, microbiology, process validation and quality control.
Job Description
Job Summary: Are you a new college graduate seeking lab experience and an opportunity to grow and develop your career? Eurofins Small Molecule Method Development and Validation team is seeking an entry level scientist to join their team! This individual will independently run HPLC, GC, MS, Karl Fisher, AA, dissolution, and various other analytical chemistry techniques to test small molecule drug products.
- Run instrumentation independently including, but not limited to, various chromatographic systems, Karl Fischer (Coulometric and Volumetric), UV/Spec, various wet chemistry analyses, HPLC, IC, IR, ICP, AA, TGP, DSC, PDA, auto-titrators, TLC, and dissolution apparatus
- Preparing samples for analysis and running some instrumentation with minimum supervision
- Set up and validate new analytical or related processes used by the department
- Prepare standards and samples for analysis
- Execute method transfer protocols
- Document work as required for GMP compliance
- Perform monthly maintenance of laboratory equipment
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- BS in chemistry, analytical chemistry, biochemistry, or other related degree concentration
- Ability to work in the U.S. without restriction or sponsorship
The Ideal Candidate Would Possess:
- Strong communication skills, written and oral
- Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
- Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
Additional Information
The position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm, with overtime as needed. Candidates within a commutable distance of Lancaster, PA 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
Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
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