Associate Scientist- Entry Level 2nd shift

Eurofins; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in analytical testing services is seeking a Laboratory Analyst for its Lancaster location. The successful candidate will perform various laboratory tasks, ensuring high-quality data in compliance with established standards. A Bachelor's degree in a related field and relevant experience, particularly in chromatography, are necessary. Full-time, second shift availability is required, with excellent benefits offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental and vision options

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology or related field required.
• Experience with chromatography is necessary.
• Good communication skills and attention to detail are critical.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory operations while adhering to GMP/GLP standards.
• Document testing and communicate findings clearly.
• Conduct laboratory maintenance and ensure a safe workspace.

Skills

Chromatography

Dexterity

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or related degree concentration

Tools

MS Windows applications (Excel, Word)

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 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 Description

Completing all training in a timely and complete manner; working with an experienced analyst/mentor performing various tasks and analyses of Bio/pharmaceutical ingredients and products; reviewing or preparing standards and samples for analysis and running any equipment or instrumentation independently and/or with guidance; working efficiently; ensuring that the client receives quality data by reviewing laboratory data for accuracy, clarity, and adherence to GMP and/or GLP regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
• Applies the highest quality standard in all areas of responsibility
• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
• Demonstrates strong client service skills, teamwork, and collaboration
• Proactively plans and multitasks to maximize productivity
• Meets all quality and productivity metrics and demonstrates strong teamwork and collaboration
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Performs laboratory operations with good dexterity, good laboratory technique, and high degree of accuracy and precision
• Perform/Review preparations of reagents, samples, and standards according to procedures.
• Document testing, observations, deviations, and results clearly and completely, and in compliance with regulatory requirements - striving to minimize errors
• Understand and perform calculations as required by test methods
• Understand and utilize computers for information access, calculations, and report preparation
• Read and understand analytical procedures (compendial and client supplied) and internal SOP's
• Use MS Windows applications such as Excel, Word, Outlook email
• Process data, generate reports, and evaluate data
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Independently seek out work
• Perform laboratory maintenance
• Commitment to occasional overtime as workload requires
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
• Ensures good housekeeping with a neat, clean and orderly workspace
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Communicates effectively with client staff members

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill or ability required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology,or related degree concentration and no previous laboratory experience
• Ability to work in the US without immediate or future sponsorship
• Experience with chromatography
• Good dexterity
• positive attitude
• solution driven
• good work habits (organized, efficient, careful, safety-conscious, accurate)
• attention to detail
• sound scientific logic
• good oral and written communication skills
• understanding of instrumentation
• client service focused
• demonstration of organizational skills
• ability to work with moderate supervision upon training completion on assigned task
• ability to handle multitasking

Additional Information

Working schedule will be Full-Time, Second Shift, M-F 2pm-10pm. Training schedule will be M-F 8am-4pm.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.

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.