What are the responsibilities and job description for the QC Chemist (Rotating Night Shift) 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 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.
Job Description
· Perform biochemical testing on proteins and antibodies including, but not limited to, CE, IC, HPLC, SEC, SDS-PAGE, UV, Protein A titer, ELISA, and Particulates
· Working as part of a team in a rotating day shift role (shift pattern of 3-2-2-3) which includes working weekends and holidays when they fall within shift pattern
· Enter data into LIMS
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a GMP environment
· Participate in conducting investigations
· Document test results in notebooks and reports
Qualifications
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
Minimum Qualifications:
· Bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or other related degree concentration, or equivalent directly-related experience (two years of directly related industry experience is equivalent to one full-time year of college in related major)
· At least 2 years related laboratory experience
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Additional Information
Position is full-time, on a 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM rotating schedule (3, 2, 2, 3 rotation). Training will be 8AM-5PM Monday-Friday. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Indianapolis, IN are encouraged to apply
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.