Principal Scientist, Small Molecule Method Development and Validation

Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing North America; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the bio/pharmaceutical testing market is seeking a Principal Scientist for its Lancaster facility. This role entails validating analytical methods for drug products, requiring expertise in HPLC, GC, UV/Vis procedures, and a strong analytical background. Candidates should possess higher education in analytical chemistry, with substantial experience in a GMP environment. Comprehensive benefits are offered, and candidates within a commutable distance are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental and vision options

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience with LC chromatographic validation in a GMP environment.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in teams, adaptable with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical tasks for method validation of drug products.
• Conduct analytical investigations and troubleshoot instrumentation.
• Train and mentor junior staff in laboratory procedures.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Independence

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Adaptability

Education

Higher education degree in analytical chemistry or related

Job description

Principal Scientist, Small Molecule Method Development and Validation

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Company Description

Eurofins is the world leader in the bio/pharmaceutical testing market. With over €5.3 billion in annual revenues and 55,000 employees across 900 sites in 50 countries, Eurofins is a leading international group of laboratories providing an unparalleled range of testing and support services to the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, food, environmental, and consumer products industries and to governments.

The Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing (BPT) Group is the largest network of harmonized bio/pharmaceutical GMP product testing laboratories worldwide. Eurofins BPT provides comprehensive CMC laboratory services for the world’s largest pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies. The service portfolio supports all stages of the drug development process and all functional areas of bio/pharmaceutical manufacturing, including method development, microbiology, process validation and quality control.

Job Description

• 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.
  
  
  

Company Description

Eurofins is the world leader in the bio/pharmaceutical testing market. With over €5.3 billion in annual revenues and 55,000 employees across 900 sites in 50 countries, Eurofins is a leading international group of laboratories providing an unparalleled range of testing and support services to the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, food, environmental, and consumer products industries and to governments.

The Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing (BPT) Group is the largest network of harmonized bio/pharmaceutical GMP product testing laboratories worldwide. Eurofins BPT provides comprehensive CMC laboratory services for the world’s largest pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies. The service portfolio supports all stages of the drug development process and all functional areas of bio/pharmaceutical manufacturing, including method development, microbiology, process validation and quality control.

Job Description

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 method development and/or 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.
  
  
  

Qualifications

The Ideal Candidate would possess:

• 3-5 years of experience with LC chromatographic validation in a GMP environment.
• 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
  
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Higher education degree in analytical chemistry or other related degree concentration.
• BS and 4+ years of experience, MS and 2+ years of experience, or PhD and 1+ years of experience.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction or sponsorship.
  
  
  

Additional Information

The position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm, with overtime as needed. Candidates 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
  
  
  

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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

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