Staff Scientist - Environmental Fate

Eurofins USA Agroscience Services; Easton (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

401k Company Matching

Paid Time Off

Personal Days

Wellness Program

Education Assistance

Job summary

Eurofins USA Agroscience Services in Easton, MD is seeking a Staff Scientist to contribute to high-quality GLP-compliant studies across agrochemical, biopesticide and related fields. You will design and supervise experiments, troubleshoot instrumentation, prepare technical reports, and liaise with clients while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Join a large team of scientists at the Easton lab, offering collaboration across disciplines, opportunities for professional growth, and a strong emphasis

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 and manage multiple tasks while maintaining accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Designs and supervises simple and complex experiments in compliance with regulatory requirements (DEA, EPA, FDA, FIFRA, OECD).
• Develops procedures and methods for solving technical problems.
• Serves as an expert for technical issues for staff and external customers.
• Performs advanced troubleshooting of instrumentation and equipment.
• Conduits studies to determine chemical persistence and behavior in the environment.
• Prepares complex data evaluations and technical reports; writes SOPs.
• May serve as primary business contact for clients.
• Leads multiple projects and supervises staff in area of expertise.
• Potentially designated as Study Director for GLP-compliant projects.
• Collaborates with scientists to prepare technical papers and reports.
• Trains staff on techniques necessary for laboratory work.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Scientific skills

Organizational skills

Excellent communication

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry/biochemistry/biology

Master’s degree substitution for experience

GLP study director or project management experience

Job description

Company 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.

Group's key figures are approx. 5.4 billion Euros turnover, over 950 laboratories across 60countries and about 65,000 staff.

Job Description

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 like Washington, DC, Baltimore and Annapolis.

Staff Scientist responsibilities include:

• Designs and supervises simple and complex experiments and procedures in accordance with all applicable regulatory requirements (e.g. DEA, EPA, FDA, FIFRA, OECD, etc.)
• Routinely develops procedures and methods for the solution of technical problems
• Serves as an expert for technical issues for staff and external customers
• Performs advance troubleshooting of instrumentation and equipment
• Conducts studies to determine the persistence and behavior of chemicals in the environment
• Performs complex data evaluations, reviews the work of others, and writes complex technical reports and standard operating procedures
• May serve as a primary business contact for clients
• Likely to work on several projects concurrently and may monitor and direct activities of other staff performing work in area of expertise
• May be designated as Study Director of one or more projects responsible for monitoring GLP compliance of work performed on assigned project(s)
• Confers with scientists and colleagues regarding research, required to prepare technical papers and reports
• Conducts training of staff on techniques necessary to perform laboratory assignments

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 relevant field such as chemistry, biochemistry, biologyor other directly related fieldand a minimum of five years of experience in an environmental fate laboratory
• A Master’s degree in a relevant field and three years of directly relevant experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree and experience
• 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 a.m.- 5 p.m., with overtime and some weekend shifts 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 Eurofinsfamily 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

Eurofins is aM/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and ...

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