Scientist II - Analytical Chemist

Eurofins; Missouri; Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental & vision

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Zusammenfassung

Eurofins USA Discovery Services is seeking a Scientist II – Analytical Chemist to support contract research services. The role emphasizes applied LC-MS method development and analytical testing within a CRO/industry lab, with opportunities to lead junior scientists and contribute to project teams.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of LC-MS experience, a strong background in method development and validation per FDA/ICH/EODA guidelines, and a proven ability to operate within a Quality

Qualifikationen

• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Proven ability to lead and deliver in R&D or innovation programs
• Experience working in a Quality Management System
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced CRO/industry lab

Aufgaben

• Develop LC-MS methods for ADME/DMPK and BioAnalysis applications
• Provide leadership and mentorship for junior scientists and lab planning
• Perform troubleshooting and maintenance of Mass Spectrometers and HPLC units
• Support validation of new methods and data management systems
• Prepare and manage inventory of buffers, reagents, and finished goods
• Conduct data QC review and assist the Study Director

Jobbeschreibung

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.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralized and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 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 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

Are you looking to grow your career in analytical chemistry? Come join our growing team!The Scientist II – Analytical Chemist will support the Eurofins Discovery business in contract research services. This role requires applied experience and proven knowledge in analytical chemistry method development and analysis, with related experience in a contract research organization (CRO) or industry laboratory.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Performwork in a laboratory setting, meeting the physical job requirements of a lab role.
• DevelopLiquid Chromatography- Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS) methods for ADME/ DMPK and BioAnalysis applications
• Provideleadership and mentorship for junior scientists, and lab leadership through daily lab management, equipment management and lab planning.
• Developanalytical methods supporting project teams both internally and externally for new assay development.
• Perform troubleshooting and maintenance of Mass Spectrometers and HPLC units.
• Experience with Sciex® or Thermo High Resolution/ Accurate Mass Instrumentation is a plus.
• Prepareand manages inventory of buffers, reagents, semi-finished and finished goods.
• Providesolutions to more complex problems, identifies and initiates process improvements
• Performdata and report QC review within the department and may support the Study Director.
• Supportvalidation of new methods that contribute to expansion of service/product line, equipment, and data management systems.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate:

• 5+ years of of direct/demonstrated experience with Liquid Chromatography- Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS) in a contract research organization or industry laboratory in one or more of the following areas:
  • Bioanalytical Method Development for Small and/or Large Molecules
  • Drug Metabolism and Metabolite Identification w/ Structural Elucidation
  • Mass Spectrometry-Based Proteomics experimental design & execution
• Demonstrated experience with validation of bioanalytical methods in accordance with regulatory (FDA, ICH, OECD) guidelines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience working in a Quality Management System
• Demonstrated proficiency in High-Throughput analytical method development for small molecules.
• Experience in leading and delivering results in R&D or innovation programs
• B.S. with 7 years of relevant experience
• M.S. with 5 years of relevant experience
• Ph.D. with 3 years of relevant experience
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Additional Information

The position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m., with overtime as needed. Candidates living within a commutable distance of St. Charles, MO 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 Discovery Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.