Research Associate – Organic Chemist – Eurofins CDMO Alphora Inc.

Eurofins; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in Mississauga is seeking a Research Associate specializing in organic chemistry. The role involves synthesizing organic compounds, planning and executing experiments, and ensuring safety in the laboratory. Candidates should have a B.Sc. in Chemistry or related diploma, with experience in the pharmaceutical industry being advantageous. Full-time benefits include health coverage and a company-matched RRSP. Join a recognized workplace that values collaboration and innovation.

Benefits

Health and dental coverage

Life and disability insurance

RRSP with 3% company match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Qualifications

• B.Sc. in Chemistry or relevant Diploma required.
• Experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry is preferred.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Work in laboratory under the supervision of a Senior Scientist.
• Plan and execute experiments in R&D laboratories.
• Analyze data and document findings.
• Develop safe processes based on thermal hazard assessment.
• Maintain a safe laboratory work area.
• Scale up chemical processes.

Skills

Synthetic organic chemistry

Data analysis

Communication skills

Project management

Safety protocols

Education

B.Sc. in Chemistry

Diploma in Chemical Engineering Technology

Job description

Research Associate – Organic Chemist – Eurofins CDMO Alphora Inc.

Full-time

If you love science and are interested in learning to make organic molecules, this job is for you!

The successful candidate will work on synthesizing organic compounds ranging from milligrams to kilograms, researching, developing, and implementing process technologies for the manufacture of active pharmaceutical ingredients (API’s).

Responsibilities

• Work in a laboratory environment under the supervision of a Senior Scientist.
• Plan and execute experiments in R&D laboratories.
• Analyze data, interpret results, and document findings in development reports.
• Develop inherently safe processes based on thermal hazard assessment.
• Maintain a safe and well‑organized laboratory work area.
• Transfer technology to both internal and external manufacturing facilities.
• Scale up chemical processes to a 50 L reactor.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. in Chemistry or a Diploma in Chemical Engineering Technology.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry is an asset.
• Work experience in synthetic organic chemistry is an asset.
• Knowledge of synthetic organic chemistry is an asset.
• Highly motivated with a proven record of success in multiple projects.
• Well organized and able to meet project timeline commitments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; works well in a multi‑disciplinary team environment.
• Able to lift 50 lbs.

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