Analyst II - Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing Toronto, Inc.

Eurofins Humangenetik & Pränatal-Medizin; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international life sciences company is seeking an Analyst II for its BioPharma Product Testing division in Toronto. The Analyst will perform technical support and analysis in a high-pressure lab environment, requiring proficiency in various analytical instruments and 5-10 years of experience in laboratory testing. Candidates must possess strong organizational skills, professionalism, and the ability to conduct independent work while ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Benefits

Health & dental coverage

Life and disability insurance

Paid holidays & time off

RRSP with 3% company match

Qualifications

• Must have 5-10 years of laboratory testing experience with analytical instrumentation.
• Proficient in writing lab reports and following GMP guidelines.
• Experience working directly from pharmacopeia to write protocols.

Responsibilities

• Conduct sample preparation and analytical testing using GC, HPLC, and other instruments.
• Document and ensure accurate reporting in lab books.
• Mentor/training junior staff members on instrumentation and methodologies.

Skills

Analytical testing

Chromatography

Troubleshooting

Client interaction

Documentation

Education

B.Sc. degree preferably in Chemistry

Tools

GC

HPLC

LC-MS/MS

Empower

Chromeleon

Job description

Analyst II - Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing Toronto, Inc.

• Full-time

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.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 58,000 staff across a network of more than 1,000 independent companies in over 54 countries and operating more than 900 laboratories.

In 2023, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Reporting directly to the Department Head - Chemistry, the Analyst II will be responsible for providing basic technical support and analysis within the Biopharmaceutical Chemistry Testing Laboratory. This is a deadline-based, high-pressure work environment with ongoing projects for a variety of clients.

The Analyst II will have over 5 to 10 years of laboratory testing experience with demonstrated ability to complete more complex role / duties. Has handled variety of instrumentation for analytical testing and will be able to work independently with minimal / no supervision. The incumbent must be energetic, exceedingly well-organized, flexible, and must have the ability to interact with customers and staff in a fast-paced environment, sometimes under pressure, while remaining proactive, resourceful, and efficient. A high level of professionalism and confidentiality is crucial to this role.

The Analyst II must :

• Proficient in operating GC / HPLC / LC-MS / MS / GC-MS
• Ensure that all work is carried out in compliance with company Safety policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP / GLP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Analyze API, Raw Materials and Finished products for Assay, Impurities & Dissolution study using HPLC / GC instrument with minimum supervision;
• Recognize OOS or out of trend results and assist laboratory manager in the completion of lab investigations.
• Review technical data, documents, and proposals as required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, and Excel).
• Hands-on experience with pharmaceutical data acquisition software e.g. Empower and Chromeleon, e-LIMS, ETQ etc.
• Troubleshoot technical issues / difficulties with methods.
• Coordinate with team members to perform method transfers between R&D group to QC group;
• Promote and maintain a safe and healthy working laboratory environment in compliance with established health and safety procedures.
• Be experienced on a number of wide variety of routine and some non-routine wet chemistry methods and procedures;
• Strong interpretation of routine analysis or tests.
• In-depth understanding of chromatography principles, types and techniques.
• Have high troubleshooting skills, both with instruments and methods;
• Be able to write lab reports;
• Ability to work directly from the USP or EP pharmacopeia to write protocols and execute methods.
• Be able to work under GMP guidelines, and be proficient with USP and pharmaceutical testing.
• Explain latest, applicable methods and techniques to perform various experiments and teach necessary techniques that need to be adopted to complete a particular experiment or an allotted assignment.
• Competent research and study skills to learn about innovative methodologies and equipment used for problem solving and troubleshooting.
• Accountable for the integrity and traceability of all data generated and reported.
• Design, preparation, and production of study materials including procedure manuals.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Laboratory manager.

Key Responsibilities :

• Sample preparation and Mobile phases preparation;
• Documentation : Ensuring accurate reporting in lab books.
• Using a wide range of sophisticated equipment and instruments to conduct analysis and research and troubleshoot instrumentation / methods.
• Perform other departmental tasks such as cleaning, supply ordering, assist with instrumentation training and maintenance, etc.
• Perform analytical tests utilizing HPLC / UPLC, GC, UV, IR, FTIR, KF and other laboratory instruments.
• Assess, compare and perform risk assessments for compendial method compliance according to USP, EP, and other regulations.
• Mentoring / training junior staff members and imparting training to new recruits for operation, calibration and preventive maintenance of GCMS / GC / HPLC / LC-MS / MS, etc.
• Writing SOPs.
• Ensure that work is performed in compliance with good manufacturing practices (GMP), standard operating procedures (SOPs) and the current test method.
• Participates in general lab duties, including clean up, administration, logbook review and operations support.

Education :

• A B.Sc. degree preferably in Chemistry, or diploma in related field.
• A solid background and understanding of Chemistry is mandatory.
• Computer proficiency- Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Experience :

• 5-10 years working with analytical instrumentation.
• Ability to work directly from the USP or EP pharmacopeia to write protocols and execute methods.
• Experience working in contract Laboratory considered an asset.
• Experience working with Pharmaceuticals.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• This position will be working in a laboratory environment where standing is required for greater than 50% of the time to work at the bench for analyses. Light lifting requirements of no more than 20 lbs.
• Shift work and overtime may be required, as well as working periodic weekends and / or evenings.

At Eurofins we offer excellent full-time benefits including health & dental coverage, life and disability insurance, RRSP with 3% company match, paid holidays, paid time off.

Accommodation : Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process, or those needing job postings in an alternative format, may e-mail a request via the website at www.eurofins.ca.

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received international recognition as a great place to work. To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website at www.eurofins.ca.

We thank all applicants within commuting distance of GTA, Ontario for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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