LC/MS Scientist - Extractables & Leachables

Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing North America; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

A leading life sciences company is seeking a technical professional in Lancaster, PA to evaluate extractables and leachables for pharmaceutical products. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, has experience with LCMS, and is familiar with GMP and GLP regulations. Full-time benefits include comprehensive medical coverage and a 401(k) plan with company matching. Candidates should be able to work independently and demonstrate leadership qualities.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience operating LCMS.
• Ability to work in a cGMP, GLP, and/or ISO17025 compliant lab.
• Authorization to work in the US without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Perform analyses of Bio/pharmaceutical ingredients and products.
• Review and prepare standards and samples for analysis.
• Ensure quality data by reviewing laboratory data.

Skills

Experience operating GC/MS

Experience with Extractables and Leachables testing

Method development

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related scientific discipline

Tools

GC/MS

LCMS

Job description

Overview

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 Organisation 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 Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised 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 decentralised 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.

Job Description

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience operating GC/MS and/or ICP systems
• Experience with Extractables and Leachables testing
• Experience with ISO10993 and/or ISO18562 testing
• Experience in a cGMP, GLP, and/or ISO17025 compliant/accredited lab
• Experience with method development and validation
• Experience identifying unknown compounds by mass spec
• Polymeric experience/education

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemistry or related scientific discipline
• At least 1 year of experience operating LCMS
• Authorization to work in the US without sponsorship

Additional Information

Working schedule will be Mon-Fri, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional overtime as required. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lancaster, PA are encouraged to apply.

• 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

To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website www.eurofinsus.com.

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

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Science

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