Product Chemistry Associate Scientist

LabRulez; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

401k Company Matching

Paid Time Off

Personal Days

Wellness Program

Education Assistance

Job summary

Eurofins Scientific seeks an Analytical Chemist with expertise in LC-UV, LC-MS/MS, GC-FID/GC-MS, ICP-MS and IC to support product chemistry studies across agrochemical, consumer products, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries. This role involves GLP-compliant data collection, reporting, and potential leadership in method development and validation.

The candidate will troubleshoot laboratory equipment, perform standard solution preparations, and maintain high accuracy in data

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or related field; equivalent experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Use diverse analytical methods to support product chemistry studies (agrochemical, consumer products, pharmaceutical and specialty chemicals).
• Independently troubleshoot laboratory equipment and software used for assigned tasks.
• Perform calculations for analytical techniques including stock/standard solution prep and regression analyses.
• Operate analytical instruments (LC-UV, LC-MS/MS, GC-FID/GC-MS, ICP-MS, IC) and ensure data accuracy.
• May serve as Study Director or Principal Analyst on development, validation, or other chemistry projects under GLP guidelines.
• Ensure data collection, review, reporting, and adherence to study procedures for quality.

Skills

LC-UV

LC-MS/MS

GC-FID

GC-MS

ICP-MS

IC

Education

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

Job description

Analytical chemist, Liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry, Gas chromatography-mass spectrometry, AAS, ICP/OES, ICP/MS, Scientific and Research Fellow, Liquid chromatography, Gas chromatography

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 works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, 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 in the support of clinical studies.

In over 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 61,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of ca. 900 laboratories in 61 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 2025, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 7.296 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Product Chemistry Associate Scientist

Job Description

Associate Scientist responsibilities include:

• Use a diverse range of analytical methodswith minimal supervision and using prescribed procedures (protocols, standard operating procedures, methods, etc.) to support product chemistry studies such as physical properties, batch analysis, method development/validation, water solubility, vapor pressure, storage stability. etc. for the agrochemical, consumer products, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries.
• Independently able to use and perform basic troubleshooting of laboratory equipment and software appropriate for assigned tasks, while learning to perform routine and non-routine maintenance
• Perform calculations associated with analytical techniques including stock/standard solution preparations and linear regression using internal and external standards in quantitation.
• Utilize knowledge of theory, and/or operation of, a variety of analysis instrumentation, particularly LC-UV, LC-MS/MS, GC-FID, GC-MS, ICP-MS, and IC.
• May function as Study Director on method development, installation, validation and/or other standalone chemistry projects and/or serve as Principle Analyst in support of product chemistry studies.
• Responsible for development and work on studies under GLP guidelines.
• Responsible for all aspects of data collection, review and reporting.
• Monitors study procedures to ensure data accuracy and report quality.
• May function as a supervisor in a limited capacity.

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
• Minimum of 2years’ experience with one or more of the following analytical techniques: LC-UV, LC-MS/MS, GC-FID, GC-MS, ICP-MS, IC.

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or other related degree concentration, orequivalent directly-related experience (two years of directly related industry experience is equivalent to one full-time year of college in related major).
• Minimum of 2years of experience in a directly relevant or demonstrated comparable competency and skill attainment is required.
• Familiarity and/or experience in a laboratory setting is required.
• Experience in a GLP environment preferred.
• Experience in a CRO environment is preferred.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information

Position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30p.m., with overtime and some weekend shifts required as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Columbia, MOare encouraged to apply.

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
• Personal Days
• Wellness Program
• Education Assistance
• …and more!

Eurofins is aM/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

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