Assistant Scientist I- Chemistry

Eurofins Agroscience Services; Easton (MD); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in analytical testing services is seeking an Assistant Scientist for its Analytical Chemistry team in Easton, MD. The ideal candidate will perform a variety of laboratory tasks and provide significant contributions to the testing and analysis of substances. This full-time position requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field along with experience in a laboratory setting.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

401k Company Matching

Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

Education Assistance

Qualifications

• Experience in a laboratory setting is required.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tasks including use of analytical balances and preparation of buffer solutions.
• Conduct microbial analysis and total organic carbon measurement.
• Utilize knowledge of chromatographic analysis instrumentation.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Scientific skills

Organizational skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, or relevant field

Job description

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Base pay range

$43,000.00/yr - $45,000.00/yr

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and for supporting clinical studies. In addition, Eurofins is one of the leading global emerging players in specialty clinical diagnostic testing.

In 2018, Eurofins generated 4.2 billion Euro proforma turnover in 800 laboratories across 47 countries, employing about 45.000 staff.

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and for supporting clinical studies. In addition, Eurofins is one of the leading global emerging players in specialty clinical diagnostic testing.

In 2018, Eurofins generated 4.2 billion Euro proforma turnover in 800 laboratories across 47 countries, employing about 45.000 staff.

Job Description

If you’re seeking to become engaged in purposeful work that will have a far-reaching impact, Eurofins Agroscience Services (EAS) provides the environment you’re looking for. With more than 50 years’ experience in the crop protection industry, EAS offers a unique portfolio of expertise, providing extensive laboratory and field support across multiple industries including agrochemical, biopesticide, pharmaceutical, biocide, and fine chemical manufacturers.

When you join the EAS Group, you’ll become part a network of laboratories that prioritizes the execution of top-tier scientific studies. With access to specialized equipment and best-in-class instrumentation, you will collaborate with a team of highly trained scientists and study directors to rapidly build upon your existing skills set.

Eurofins Agroscience Services is searching for an Assistant Scientist to work with our Analytical Chemistry team at our world class, industry-leading facility located in Easton, MD.

Assistant Scientist responsibilities include the following:

• Use a diverse range of analytical methods for investigation of a test substance in a test system
  
  

• Performs laboratory tasks including but not limited to use of analytical balances, measuring volumes, proficient at dispensing volumes with devices such as syringe, pipet, or graduated cylinder, preparation of buffer solutions, use of pH meter, sample processing/ homogenization, microbial analysis, total organic carbon measurement, wet/dry determinations, sample combustions, use of liquid scintillation counters and assist with experimental setup such as preparation of traps for volatile components
  
  

• Perform calculations associated with analytical chemistry including stock/standard solution preparations, linear regression and ppm to ppt trace residue determination. Use of internal standards in quantitation.
  
  

• Performs sample extraction and sample clean up techniques for water, soil, crop and animal tissues, including maceration, partitioning of sample extracts, extract cleanup by solid phase extraction (SPE), QuEChERS.
  
  

• Utilize knowledge of theory, and/or operation of, a variety of chromatographic analysis instrumentation, particularly LC-UV, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS and GC-MS/MS.
  
  

• Review data entry and calculations associate with the above techniques and instrumentation.
  
  

• Documentation of work performed in laboratory notebooks, worksheets, instrument logbooks, or other printed documents as per applicable SOP and GLP guidelines
  
  

• Organization and maintenance of study raw data binders
  
  

• Contribute to preparation of data summaries and draft reports.
  
  

Qualifications

The ideal candidate would possess:

• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
  
  

• 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
  
  

Basic Minimum Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field such as chemistry, biochemistry, biology, chemical engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, or other directly related field or degree with comparable coursework in the above areas.
  
  

• In rare cases, comparable demonstrated competence and experience in the relevant area may be used to substitute in whole or in part for the Bachelor’s degree.
  
  

• Experience in a laboratory setting is required.
  
  
  
  

Additional Information

Position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Easton, MD are encouraged to apply. The salary range for this position is $43,000-45,000 annual.

What It’s Like to Work Here:

Teamwork: experience what being a part of the Eurofins-EAG family feels like. Be inspired by your leaders, be encouraged by your teammates and be supported in all parts of your journey while you work with us.

Learning & Development: take on career development programs and goal setting to create big possibilities for your career and life. Develop within the company; be mentored and grown as a leader.

Diversity & Authenticity: we work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

Benefits & Perks to Foster Work/Life Balance:

✓ Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

✓ 401k Company Matching

✓ Paid Time Off

✓ Wellness Program

✓ Education Assistance

✓ …and more!

If you enjoy being immersed in technology, tackling problems head-on, finding solutions through teamwork, and taking pride in accomplishments, join us today! To learn more, please check out our video and explore our website, www.eurofinsus.com/agroscience-services

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

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Seniority level

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