Quality Assurance Associate I

RXinsider LTD.; Easton (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401k matching

Paid time off

Personal days

Wellness program

Education assistance

Job summary

Eurofins Agroscience Services in Easton, MD, is seeking a Quality Assurance Associate. This entry-level role trains candidates to ensure GLP-regulated studies comply with EPA and FDA requirements. You will learn ecotoxicity testing across Avian, Aquatic, Plant, Invertebrate studies and environmental fate work.

Ideal candidates have a biology/chemistry background, strong detail orientation, and the ability to work both independently and within a team within a fast-paced QA environment.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Audits protocols, procedures, data, reports, and other documentation for internal accuracy, consistency, and conformance with GLP regulations and SOPs.
• Prepares, issues, and tracks reports of observations noted during audits and inspections. Reviews and evaluates addressed deficiencies for clarity and impact on compliance.
• Performs facility inspections.
• Performs phase inspections of ongoing studies.

Skills

Computer skills

Scientific skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology/chemistry

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. Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the network of Eurofins companies. Eurofins: Testing for Life

Group's key figures are approx. 7.0 billion Euros turnover, over 950 laboratories across 60 countries and about 65,000 staff.

If you’re seeking to become engaged in purposeful work that will have a far-reaching impact, Eurofins Agroscience Services (EAS) provides the environment you’re looking for. With more than 50 years’ experience in the crop protection industry, EAS offers a unique portfolio of expertise, providing extensive laboratory and field support across multiple industries including agrochemical, biopesticide, pharmaceutical, biocide, and fine chemical manufacturers.

Location: EAS Easton, MD. The largest EAS laboratory with more than 100 scientists servicing multiple portfolios is the center for our biological, toxicology, chemistry, and environmental fate contract research for North America. Successful candidates would be part of a large diverse team collaborating to delivery high quality research to key markets. Located on the eastern shore of the Chesapeake Bay, this historic small town has high quality of life with easy access to major cities such as Washington, DC, Baltimore and Annapolis.

Eurofins Agroscience Services is searching for a Quality Assurance Associate to join our QA team in Easton, MD. This is an entry level position that includes the training you will need to be successful. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. The Quality Assurance Department is responsible for ensuring the entire facility and the studies conducted are in compliance with EPA and FDA regulations. This position provides the opportunity to learn all aspects of Ecotoxicity testing; from study design, to study conduct, from data collection to data analysis, and regulatory expectations throughout the process. From Avian, Aquatic, Plant, and Invertebrate studies to Environmental Fate, Biodegradation, and Chemistry, the large variety of studies conducted provides a unique window in to the world of ecotoxicity testing.

Job Description

Quality Assurance Associate responsibilities include:

• Audits protocols, procedures, data, reports, and other documentation for internal accuracy, consistency, and conformance with GLP regulations and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Prepares, issues, and tracks reports of observations noted during audits and inspections. Reviews and evaluates addressed deficiencies for clarity, completeness, correctness, and potential impact on compliance status.
• Performs facility inspections.
• Performs phase inspections of ongoing studies.

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

Basic Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or other related degree concentration, or equivalent directly-related experience (two years of directly related industry experience is equivalent to one full-time year of college in related major)
• GLP/GMP/GCP/GxP audit experience desired but not required
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information

Position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm, with overtime required as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Easton, MD are 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!

If you enjoy being immersed in technology, tackling problems head-on, finding solutions through teamwork, and taking pride in accomplishments, join us today! To learn more, please check out our video and explore our website, www.eurofinsus.com/agroscience-services

What Happens Next

Our people are the backbone of what we do, so it's incredibly important we find the right individuals to join us. As a potential new recruit you'll be invited to meet the team in the form of an assessment centre or a staged interview process dependent on the role and it's requirements, this will give you the opportunity to see what working for Eurofins is really like and enable us to get you know your key skills and strengths.

Your data

As part of any recruitment process, the company collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. The company is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data and to meeting its data protection obligations.

Closing Date

We reserve the right to close or extend this position depending on application numbers. Therefore we would urge candidates to submit an application as early as possible. Due to the high volume of applications we receive please be aware that if you do not receive a response within 4 weeks of the vacancy expiry date unfortunately, on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and

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