Senior Spectroscopy Scientist (NMR)

LabRulez; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

Eurofins Scientific, a global leader in analytical testing, seeks a Senior Solid State NMR Scientist to support pharmaceutical materials characterization. The role focuses on solid-state NMR data collection, interpretation, and collaboration with the Materials Science group to implement robust characterization strategies.

The candidate will plan experiments, apply quantitative ssNMR methods, and maintain compliant electronic lab records while advancing new scientific approaches within the

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in chemistry or equivalent with ssNMR expertise.
• BA/MS with 2–3+ years ssNMR experience.
• Experience with ssNMR sample prep, data acquisition & 1D/2D spectra interpretation.
• Experience with solid-state characterization techniques (XRD, microscopy, DSC, TGA).
• Familiarity with vibrational spectroscopy (FTIR, NIR, FT-Raman).
• Strong data analysis & interpretation skills; good communication.

Responsibilities

• Apply ssNMR to characterize pharmaceutical materials (crystalline and amorphous).
• Use quantitative ssNMR methods to measure API and drug product components.
• Plan and perform experiments with minimal supervision.
• Collaborate with Materials Science to define characterization strategies.
• Solve problems using modern Materials Science techniques.
• Contribute to development of new scientific approaches.
• Maintain accurate entries in the electronic lab notebook per best practices.

Skills

ssNMR expertise

Data analysis

Independent work

Communication skills

Education

PhD in chemistry

BA/MS with ssNMR experience

Tools

SSNMR instruments

XRD

DSC

TGA

FT-Raman

Job description

Analytical chemist, Molecular spectroscopy UV-Vis, RAMAN, FTIR, NMR

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.

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.

Job Description

The Senior Solid State NMR Scientist provides laboratory support in solid-state NMR (ssNMR) data collection and interpretation for pharmaceutical materials.

• Apply ssNMR to characterize a broad range of pharmaceutical materials (crystalline and non-crystalline small molecule APIs, excipients, drug product intermediates, and drug products)
• Apply quantitative ssNMR methods to measure components of APIs and drug products
• Plan and perform experiments with minimal supervision
• Collaborate with colleagues in Materials Science to define and implement characterization strategies
• Solve scientific problems using contemporary Materials Science experimental techniques
• Contribute to the development of new scientific approaches and knowledge within the Materials Science organization
• Ensure contemporaneous and accurate entries are made in the electronic laboratory notebook system according to accepted good practice

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in chemistry or equivalent field with expertise in ssNMR or a B.A./M.S degree in pharmaceutical science, chemistry, chemical engineering, or related field with 2-3+ years of ssNMR experience
• Experience with ssNMR sample preparation, data acquisition, and interpretation of 1D and 2D spectra
• Experience in solid state characterization techniques (such as x-ray powder diffraction, polarized light microscopy, differential scanning calorimetry, thermogravimetric analysis, spectroscopy, etc.) is an advantage.
• Experience and understanding of vibrational spectroscopy (FTIR, NIR, FT-Raman) is an advantage.
• Understanding of physical, analytical, and organic chemistry.
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Good organizational skills, the ability to work independently, and excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
• A strong interest and motivation to learn new technologies and concepts is expected.

Additional Information

• Position is full-time, working Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00p.movertime as needed
• Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Groton, CTare 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
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• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

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