Senior Research Scientist, SSRD - Eurofins CDMO Alphora Inc.

Eurofins Humangenetik & Pränatal-Medizin; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Senior Research Scientist to contribute to groundbreaking research in therapeutic development. This role involves designing and executing experiments focused on crystallization processes and physicochemical characterization of active pharmaceutical ingredients. With a commitment to safety and teamwork, you will play a vital role in enhancing the lives of patients through scientific advancements. If you are passionate about chemistry and eager to make an impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health & dental coverage

Life and disability insurance

RRSP with 3% company match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Chemistry or related field required.
• 1-10 years of relevant experience based on degree.

Responsibilities

• Design and perform crystallization process experiments.
• Conduct physicochemical stability monitoring of APIs.

Skills

Crystallization process development

Physicochemical characterization

Organizational skills

Teamwork abilities

Synthetic organic reactions

Education

MSc in Chemistry

PhD in Chemistry

Biochemistry or Pharmaceutical Sciences

Tools

FBRM equipment

HTS equipment

Job description

Senior Research Scientist, SSRD - Eurofins CDMO Alphora 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.

In over 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 61,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of ca. 900 laboratories in 61 countries.

Eurofins CDMO Alphora Inc. develops and manufactures new therapeutics to improve the lives and health of patients.

The Sr. Research Scientist Level I is accountable to the Senior Group Leader - SSRD & Process Analytical, for all activities relating to research and development. The Sr. Research Scientist I, SSRD is a key contributor to the ongoing research within the SSRD group.

The majority of the work performed is considered to be non-GMP. This position requires a University Degree in Chemistry (either PhD or MSc as a minimum).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow Environmental, Health and Safety rules/regulations and report any workplace incidents, injuries or accidents immediately
• Adhere to the policies and guidelines set out in the Eurofins Alphora Employee Handbook
• Work harmoniously with all fellow employees
• Design and perform crystallization process development experimentations to achieve desired polymorph and optimized crystallization process
• Design and execute high throughput experiments to explore synthetic organic reactions as well as polymorphs, salts and co-crystal formations
• Perform experiments to monitor physicochemical stability of active pharmaceutical ingredients under accelerated conditions
• Conduct fundamental physicochemical characterization of active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) using various analytical techniques
• Support project management by generating plans and timelines, preparing regular project updates, participating in meetings, and communicating project-related issues
• Author project updates and process development reports
• Work neatly to maintain the laboratory in an organized state

Additional:

• May be required to assist technology transfer activities in manufacturing facilities
• Adhere to relevant SOPs and other regulations while performing operations in cGMP areas
• Instrument maintenance under supervision of SSRD Group Leader
• SSRD lab maintenance in collaboration with other SSRD team members

Minimum Requirements:

• MSc or PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry or Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Relevant experience: 1 to 5 years for PhD or 5-10 years for MSc
• Strong experience in the use of FBRM and/or HTS equipment
• Demonstrated strong organizational skills
• Experience in crystallization scale-ups
• Excellent teamwork abilities

COMMUNICATION AND CONTACTS:

Within the Company

• Interacts with Analytical Services and Research and Development departments
• Quality Assurance for preparation of regulatory documents (e.g. specifications, IPC, CMC section for submission etc.)

Outside of the Company

• Interacts with various contractors and suppliers of services and equipment
• Supports communication with clients

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.

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.