Scientist

RXinsider LTD.; Easton (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401k matching

Paid time off

Education assistance

Job summary

Eurofins USA Agroscience Services in Easton, MD seeks a Scientist to work in the Environmental Fate Department. You will design and conduct studies on chemical persistence and behavior, supervise experiments, and support clients with technical issues, data analyses, and reports.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with substantial experience or advanced degrees, GLP experience preferred, and the ability to work in a busy, collaborative lab on the Easton campus.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of environmental fate and chemistry.
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to learn new techniques and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct studies to assess persistence and behavior of chemicals in the environment.
• Design and supervise experiments per regulatory requirements.
• Serve as an expert for technical issues for staff and customers.
• Perform data evaluations, review the work of others, and write technical reports.
• May serve as a primary business contact for clients.

Skills

Environmental fate

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independence

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree + 8+ years

MS +5 years

PhD in relevant field

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.

When you join the EAS Group, you’ll become part a network of laboratories that prioritizes the execution of top-tier scientific studies. With access to specialized equipment and best-in-class instrumentation, you will collaborate with a team of highly trained scientists and study directors to rapidly build upon your existing skills set.

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 seeking a candidate to fill a position of Scientist to work with our Environmental Fate Department.

Job Description

Scientist responsibilities include

• Conducts studies to assess persistence and behavior of chemicals in the environment including biodegradation of organic chemicals, bioaccumulation in fish, hydrolysis phototransformation and partitioning in soils and sediments. Experience to perform metabolite identification.
• Designs and supervises experiments in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Serves as an expert for technical issues for staff and customers.
• Performs data evaluations, reviews the work of others, and writes technical reports.
• May serve as a primary business contact for clients.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate would possess

• Knowledge of Environmental fate and chemistry.
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) skills.
• 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

• A Bachelor’s Degree plus at least of eight years’ experience in the environmental fate field, M.S. with a minimum of five years’ experience or PhD in a relevant field.
• GLP study director or project management experience preferred.
• 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.

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!

Closing Date

We reserve the right to close or extend this position depending on application numbers. 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.