Associate Scientist

ZipRecruiter; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in life sciences is seeking a dedicated analytical chemist to join their team. This role involves performing critical analyses of pharmaceutical ingredients and products, utilizing advanced instrumentation and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in chemistry and experience with various analytical techniques. This full-time position offers excellent benefits and a supportive work environment, making it a fantastic opportunity for those passionate about contributing to safer and healthier products in the market.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental and vision options

Life and insurance benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field required.
• Experience with analytical instrumentation and GMP compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical and chemical analysis of pharmaceutical products.
• Operate various analytical instruments independently.
• Document work for GMP compliance and prepare samples.

Skills

Chromatographic systems

HPLC

Wet chemistry analyses

Sample preparation

GMP compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry

Equivalent directly related experience

Tools

Karl Fischer

UV/Spec

IC

IR

ICP

AA

TGP

DSC

PDA

Auto-titrators

TLC

Dissolution apparatus

Job description

Job Description

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, as well as in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. It is one of the market leaders in testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences, and clinical studies support. It also has an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations, highly specialized 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 decentralized network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, composition, authenticity, traceability, and purity of biological substances and products.

Job Description

Employee Responsibilities:

1. Perform physical, chemical, and instrumental analysis of active pharmaceutical ingredients and finished pharmaceutical products (tablets, capsules, parenterals, devices, aerosols, liquids, creams, and gels).
2. Operate instrumentation independently, including chromatographic systems, Karl Fischer (Coulometric and Volumetric), UV/Spec, wet chemistry analyses, HPLC, IC, IR, ICP, AA, TGP, DSC, PDA, auto-titrators, TLC, and dissolution apparatus.
3. Prepare samples for analysis and run instrumentation with minimal supervision.
4. Set up and validate new analytical or related processes used by the department.
5. Prepare standards and samples for analysis.
6. Execute method transfer protocols.
7. Document work as required for GMP compliance.
8. Perform monthly maintenance of laboratory equipment.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related field, or equivalent directly related experience.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Additional Information

Position is full-time, Monday to Friday, 7AM - 3PM or 3PM - 11PM. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lancaster, PA are encouraged to apply.

• Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options.
• Life and insurance benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, welcoming applications from all qualified individuals, including M/F, Disabled, and Veterans.