QC Analytical Chemist - Group Leader

Eurofins; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage, dental

Vision options

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Yearly goal-based bonus & merit-based

Job summary

Eurofins PSS is seeking a QC Analytical Chemist Group Leader to lead GMP testing of pharmaceutical samples and manage a team of 3–5 chemists. The role emphasizes rigorous attention to detail, adherence to GMP/ICH guidelines, and cross-functional collaboration with client teams.

The candidate will oversee method transfer, investigations of OOS/OOT, and a range of analytical techniques (NMR, GC, LC, ICP-OES, IR, RI, UV-Vis, TGA). Four days per week schedule and comprehensive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Life Sciences, or related degree with 3+ years GMP/GLP testing experience.
• At least a year of industry experience with Liquid Chromatography (LC), Conductivity, and Titration.
• Experience using two or more of the listed techniques/instruments (NMR, GC, ICP-OES, IR, RI, UV-Vis, TGA).
• Knowledge of GMPs, ICH, and 21 CFR guidelines.
• Prior leadership experience (training/mentoring, committees, etc.).
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Test and review according to approved methods, specifications, and GMP/compendial requirements.
• Follow GMP regulations including 21 CFR Parts 210 and 211; apply ICH guidelines.
• Test pharmaceutical samples (in-process, raw materials, intermediates, API, stability).
• Participate in method transfer, qualification, and verification studies.
• Support investigations for OOS, OOT, and invalid results.
• Lead a team of chemists and ensure high-quality laboratory operations.

Skills

GMP/GLP experience

Leadership experience

Education

BS in Chemistry/related field

MS in Chemistry/related field

Tools

NMR

GC

ICP-OES

IR

RI

UV-Vis

TGA

Job description

Company Description

The work we do at Eurofins Professional Scientific Services matters, and so do our employees. At Eurofins PSS, we put a focus on your professional growth. We provide our employees the ability to break into the biopharmaceutical industry and grow from the bottom up. We have the supportive teams and tools available to invest in you while also affording you work-life balance and a competitive benefits package.

Company Description

The work we do at Eurofins Professional Scientific Services matters, and so do our employees. At Eurofins PSS, we put a focus on your professional growth. We provide our employees the ability to break into the biopharmaceutical industry and grow from the bottom up. We have the supportive teams and tools available to invest in you while also affording you work-life balance and a competitive benefits package. 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. If you’re looking for a rewarding career, a place to call home.

Job Description

Eurofins PSS is currently hiring for a QC Analytical Chemist Group Leader to support and lead GMP testing of pharmaceutical in-process, raw materials, intermediates, APIs, and stability samples. In addition, the successful candidate will support investigations of invalid results, method transfer activities, and lead a team of 3-5 individual contributors. This individual will have high attention to detail and possess excellent organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct testing and review in accordance with approved methods, specifications, protocols, and compendial requirements
• Follow protocols for GMP regulations, including 21 CFR Parts 210 and 211, and applicable ICH guidelines
• Testing of pharmaceutical samples including in-process, raw materials, intermediates, API, stability, and more.
• Participate in method transfer, qualification, and verification studies
• Support investigations for OOS, OOT, and invalid results
• Utilize various analytical techniques including: NMR, GC, LC, ICP-OES, IR, RI, UV-Vis, Conductivity, Specific Rotation, Titration, TGA, and more
• Reference standard qualification and management
• Elemental impurities and residual solvent testing and review

Leadership & Team Management Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop a team of chemists.
• Serve as a proactive and effective point of contact for client and internal teams.
• Participate in new hire interviews and onboarding processes as needed
• Disseminate administrative communications and promote company vision
• Ensure adherence to highest quality and efficiency standards in laboratory operations
• Perform administrative tasks to support team member growth and development
• Balance technical work with team leadership responsibilities
• Foster morale, collaboration, and teamwork with the group

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Life Sciences, or related degree with 3+ years of GMP/GLP testing experience; OR MS in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Life Sciences, or related degree with 1+ years of industry GMP/GLP testing experience
• At least a year of industry experience with Liquid Chromatography (LC), Conductivity, and Titration
• Proven experience utilizing at least two of the following techniques and/or instruments:
• Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR), Gas Chromatography (GC), Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectroscopy (ICP-OES), Infrared Spectroscopy (IR), Refractive Index (RI), Ultraviolet-Visible (UV-Vis), Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA)
• Knowledge and in-depth understanding of GMPs, ICH, and 21 CRF guidelines
• Prior leadership experience (training/mentoring, college committees, industry leadership, etc.)
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• At least a year of GMP experience
• 1+ years of successful leadership experience

Schedule

6:00 AM - 4:30 PM, 10-hour shifts, four days per week, 40 hours per week: either Sunday - Wednesday or Wednesday - Saturday. Overtime as needed.

Excellent Full-time Benefits Include

• Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Eligibility for yearly goal-based bonus & merit-based increases
• Compensation: $35.00-$38.00 per year based on education, leadership, and related industry experience

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.