What are the responsibilities and job description for the HPLC - All Levels Needed! position at Eurofins Central Laboratory?
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 is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins 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. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.
In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. 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.
In 2020, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 5.4 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
Job Description
- Contributes as part of a team of AD scientists towards execution and development of various analytical methods to support biological therapeutic product release and characterization testing in a compliance-based environment.
- Independently performs routine testing such as but not limited to SEC, CEX, RP, P20, P80, Titer, Peptide and Glycan mapping - using established Test Methods, including associated protocol/report documentation and presentations.
- Conducts work in compliance with cGMP/GLP, safety and regulatory requirements.
- Responsible for working on other non-lab-based tasks from time to time if assigned.
- Demonstrate independent judgment in technique and method selection, protocol and study design and execution, data analysis and use of standard practices and procedures for a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity to meet assigned objectives.
- Demonstrate HPLC, UPLC troubleshooting capabilities.
Qualifications
Scientist I, Scientist II and Scientist III openings!
- Bachelor’s degree in Cell and Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or Pharmaceutical, or other science related degree concentration, or equivalent directly related work/internship experience with HPLC/UPLC.
- Knowledge of principle of HPLC/UPLC and theories of relevant techniques and basic understanding of industry practices and standards.
- Demonstrate some troubleshooting capabilities.
- 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.
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
Additional Information
Position is full-time, Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lexington, MA 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.