What are the responsibilities and job description for the HPLC Scientist position at Eurofins?
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 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 2022, 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
- Perform various type of testing using 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
- Execute specialized analyses and method transfer and feasibility testing
- Document work as required for GMP compliance
- Perform tests accurately
- Troubleshoot method and instrumentation problems
- Use office and instrumentation specific computer software
- Produce written reports (e.g., SOP, OMC, client reports)
- Develop and execute validation plans
- Carry out method transfers and feasibility studies
- Train technical staff
- Some travel to client sites for technical meetings could be required
Qualifications
The Ideal Candidate would possess:
- Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
- Experience working with protein chromatography
- 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
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor or Master degree in Chemistry .or equivalent discipline with appropriate directly related experience
- Experience in handling multiple projects and track record of success in driving projects to completion
- Prior experience HPLC and Chromatographic Data System (preferably Empower)
- Prior experience in a cGMP environment executing and writing Method Development & Validation protocols
- A minimum of 3 years of pharmaceutical industry or 5 years of analytical chemistry experience directly relevant to the instrumentation / responsibilities
- 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 Cary, NC 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.
