Analytical Chemist- Method Development & Validation

Eurofins; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with match

Job summary

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services in Lancaster, PA, is seeking a Senior Scientist to lead method development, validation, and transfer activities for APIs and finished products. Expertise in Chromatography and method validation is required, with GMP-compliant practices.

The role includes training junior staff, client interaction, and project management. Full-time, first shift, on-site; up to 25% travel may be required. Not remote.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in analytical chemistry or related field.
• BS + 4+ years, MS + 2+ years, or PhD + 1+ year of industry experience.
• 3+ years of chromatography experience.
• 3+ years of LC chromatographic validation in GMP environment.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Apply GMP in all areas of responsibility.
• Perform validation of analytical methods for drug products and raw materials (HPLC, GC, UV/Vis, dissolution).
• Read, understand, and interpret diverse analytical procedures.
• Conduct analytical investigations.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation and communicate with vendors as needed.
• Train and mentor junior staff in laboratory procedures.
• Manage and discuss projects with clients.

Skills

Chromatography

Method Validation

GMP Compliance

Communication

Education

Analytical chemistry degree

Tools

HPLC

GC

UV/Vis

Dissolution

Job description

Analytical Chemist- Method Development & Validation

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.

Job Summary:Eurofins Small Molecule Method Establishment is seeking a Senior Scientist to perform method validations, method transfers, and method verification activities on APIs and finished products. The team is seeking candidates with expertise in Chromatography and method validation.

• Applies GMP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate.
• Performing a large variety of analytical tasks for the validation of analytical methods used in the testing of drug products and raw materials by means of various procedures including HPLC, GC, UV/Vis, and dissolution.
• Reading, understanding, and interpreting diverse analytical procedures.
• Conducting analytical investigations.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation and communicate with vendors when required.
• Train and mentor junior staff in laboratory procedures.
• Manage and discuss projects with clients.

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS or MS degree in analytical chemistry or other related degree concentration.
• BS and 4+ years of industry experience, MS and 2+ years of industry experience, or PhD and 1+ yearof industry experience.
• 3+ years of industry experience with chromatography
• 3+ years of experience with LC chromatographic validation in a GMP environment.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

The Ideal Candidate would possess:

• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies

Working schedule will beFull-Time, First Shift, Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm.Candidatescurrently living within a commutable distance of Lancaster, PAare encouraged to apply. 25% travel may be required. This position isNOTremote.

What we Offer:

• 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

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.