Research Associate

Company Description

Consider joining Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories where people are the most important element in our chemistry.  Celebrating 50 years of service, Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories is a leading contract lab providing testing and research services in the environmental, pharmaceutical, and biopharmaceutical sciences to clients worldwide.

Job Description

Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, a nationally recognized laboratory, is searching for HPLC Research Associates to support our Professional Scientific Services group in Foster City, CA. 

HPLC Research Associate responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Plans and executes assigned experiments that support non-routine development activities and project goals
• Conduct analytical methods including UPLC/HPLC, Dissolution, GC, Thermogravimetric DSC/TGA, and KF titration
• Perform data analysis and troubleshoot methods and instrumentation
• Recommends alternatives, researches new methods and techniques and may proactively seek out senior personnel to discuss potential solutions to problems.
• Prepare data for presentation and assist in generating technical reports, and interact with other groups within the department
• Perform review and peer review of analytical data
• Initiate and perform investigations and development, as needed
• Ensure project deliverables are scientifically accurate and meet timeline expectations

The ideal candidate would possess the following qualities:

• Understanding of experimentation and data analysis using Empower software (Version III)
• Previous experience conducting and analyzing data for analytical methods such as UPLC/HPLC, Dissolution, Thermogravimetric DSC/TGA, GC, and KF titrations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and experience interacting with people from a wide range of skill levels and experience
• Ability to communicate complex scientific findings and recommendations in one-on-one discussions and departmental meetings
• Experience in GMP/ GLP regulated environment is preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work as an independent, self-motivated, detail-oriented, result-driven and highly flexible team-player in a fast-paced working environment
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
• Excellent attention to detail; excellent project management skills including the ability to manage one's project resource requirements (material, manpower, time, etc.), and ability to elevate relevant issues to project lead and line-management
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with internal and external clients, 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

Qualifications

• Bachelor's with 0 - 3 years of experience, or Master’s degree with 1 year of experience 
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

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

Position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., with overtime as needed.  Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Foster City, CA are encouraged to apply.

Eurofins PSS® is a global, award-winning insourcing solution that places our people at our clients’ site dedicated to running and managing laboratory services while eliminating headcount, co-employment and project-management worries.

We infuse our 55-year track record of scientific and laboratory operations expertise, as well as HR and great place to work best practices, to recruit, hire, train and manage highly qualified scientists to perform laboratory services using our client’s quality systems and equipment.

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