GC/MS Scientist- Extractables & Leachables

Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing North America; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services in Lancaster, PA is seeking a GC/MS specialist for the Extractables & Leachables Testing department. You will analyze container systems, delivery components, and medical devices for extractables and leachables with precision and GMP compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in chemistry/biology, 1 year GMP lab experience, and 1 year GC/MS experience. Some travel and full-time first shift work are expected.

Qualifications

• 1 year of GMP laboratory experience.
• 1 year of GC/MS experience in industry.

Responsibilities

• Perform analyses of bio/pharmaceutical ingredients with high accuracy.
• Review/prepare standards and samples for analysis independently.
• Troubleshoot instrumental/method problems.
• Ensure data quality and GMP/GLP compliance.
• Evaluate systems and suggest process improvements.
• Write complete investigations independently.
• Support multiple projects and train newer analysts.

Skills

GMP experience

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry/biology/biochemistry

Tools

GC/MS

ICP systems

Job 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

GC/MS experience is a MINIMUM REQUIREMENT

The Extractables & Leachables Testing department evaluates container closure systems, delivery systems, manufacturing components, and medical devices for extractable and leachable compounds that may pose health risks to the patient. This individual will:

• Perform various tasks and analyses of Bio/pharmaceutical ingredients and products with a high degree of accuracy and precision
• Review/prepare standards and samples for analysis and running a variety of equipment or instrumentation independently
• Troubleshoot and solve instrumental and/or method problems
• Work efficiently, proactively, and productively
• Ensure that client receives quality data by reviewing laboratory data for accuracy, clarity and adherence to GMP and/or GLP regulations
• Evaluate current systems and suggest process improvements when appropriate
• Write complete and detailed investigations independently
• Support multiple projects simultaneously
• Demonstrate leadership qualities and train newer analysts

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, or related degree concentration
• Authorization to work in the US indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• 1 year of GMP laboratory experience
• 1 year of experience with GC/MS in industry

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience operating GC/MS and/or ICP systems.
• Experience with extractables and leachables testing
• Experience with ISO 10993 and/or ISO 18562 testing
• Experience in a cGMP, GLP, and/or ISO 17025 compliant/accredited lab.
• Experience with method development and validation
• Experience identifying unknown compounds by mass spec.
• Polymeric experience/education

Additional Information

Working schedule will be Full-Time, First Shift, M-F 8am-4pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lancaster, PA are encouraged to apply. No relocation assistance will be given. 25% travel may be required. This position is NOT remote.

• 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.