CCIT Research Scientist

Eurofins Scientific; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An international life sciences company in the UK is seeking an experienced specialist in performance testing of delivery systems. The successful candidate will lead project areas, support multiple initiatives, and develop training programs. Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of related experience. The role offers a full-time schedule with excellent benefits, including comprehensive medical coverage and a 401(k).

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in functional performance testing.
• Ability to work independently and troubleshoot problems.
• Proactively develop industry knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Perform analyses of bio/pharmaceutical ingredients and products.
• Prepare standards and samples for analysis and run equipment.
• Oversee junior staff and lead project/test areas.

Skills

In-depth understanding of packaging/delivery systems

Experience with functional and performance testing

Excellent communication and technical writing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Graduate degrees desired

Job description

Perform various tasks and analyses of Bio/pharmaceutical ingredients and products; preparing standards and samples for analysis and running a variety of equipment or instrumentation independently; troubleshoot and solve both instrumental and method problems; working efficiently; provide consultation to clients including interpretation of results; leading project/test areas including junior staff members; evaluate current systems and suggest process improvements when appropriate; write complete and detailed investigations independently; support multiple projects simultaneously; demonstrate leadership qualities and provide coverage for management when needed; suggest and implement lab improvements or LEAN initiatives; on-board new instrumentation and equipment; write procedures for new instrument platforms; research new and emerging technologies; evaluate and harmonize approaches between BPT sites; perform independent research; develop training programs to strengthen staff skills; be,

Qualifications

• Must have an in-depth understanding of packaging/delivery systems such as prefilled syringes, combination products or device performance and function testing and be able to communicate and educate the team on the testing and technology related these products
• Must have performed, initiated, and executed testing in a laboratory related to performance testing of packaging/delivery systems such as prefilled syringe systems, combination products or devices
• Must have experience with developing methods/techniques for performing functional and performance testing
• Proactively develop knowledge of industry & technology as it applies to the specified area of performance testing to effectively support organization in identifying and growing future analytical expertise
• Work proactively with Commercial Marketing teams to understand the voice of customer and put together a plan to bring the necessary capability and technology to support our business
• Proactively identify opportunities and develop studies to publish in performance and functional testing of packaging/delivery systems, combination products and devices
• Build relationships and network with key technical & opinion leaders and our customers in industry and area of performance/functional testing
• Establish and maintain relationships with instrument vendors
• Build future analytical technologies or to outsource when we do not have the capability in house
• Develop new testing services that align with industry need
• Attend, present, and represent the analytical services organization at tradeshows, seminars, etc. as specified
• Implement new technology and training for lab operations
• Act as the technical expert to support customers, products, and coordinate closing the gaps with other functions
• Have in-depth technical understanding and ability to communicate/educate the team on the fundamental testing and technology related to performance and functional testing and analysis; technical resource for division and other BPT sites; become recognized as an industry expert in at least one discipline; drive innovation at ELLI.; Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline, graduate degrees are desired
• Minimum of 5 years of experience relating to Functional and Performance Testing of Delivery Systems, Medical Devices or Combination Products
• Ability to work in the US without immediate or future sponsorship
• Ability to research industry standards, provide technical resource to clients and technical laboratory staff
• Excellent communication, technical writing, and team skills
• Additional Required Experience
• Experience in Delivery Systems, Combination Products, Medical Device, Packaging Functional and Performance Testing and Analysis
• Acknowledged industry expert in Functional and Performance Testing of Delivery Systems, Medical Devices or Combination Products
• Ability to work in the US without immediate or future sponsorship

About the Company

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 and in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and 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 and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products. In 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Working Schedule

1. Full-Time, First Shift, M-F 8am-4pm. May need to travel 20-30% of time.
2. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lancaster, PA are encouraged to apply. No relocation assistance will be given. This position is NOT remote.

Benefits

• 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