Staff Scientist Environmental Fate

Eurofins USA Agroscience Services

Easton (MD)

On-site

USD 51,000 - 69,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Eurofins USA Agroscience Services in Easton, MD seeks a Staff Scientist to design and supervise experiments under regulatory guidelines (DEA, EPA, FDA, FIFRA, OECD). You'll work with a diverse team to deliver high-quality environmental fate studies and complex data analyses.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in chemistry/biochemistry/biology with at least five years in an environmental fate lab; a Master’s with related experience can substitute.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field with minimum of five years in an environmental fate laboratory
Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for 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

Responsibilities

Designs and supervises experiments per regulatory requirements (DEA, EPA, FDA, FIFRA, OECD)
Develops procedures and methods for solving technical problems
Serves as expert for technical issues for staff and external customers
Performs advanced troubleshooting of instrumentation and equipment
Conducts studies on persistence and behavior of chemicals in the environment
Performs complex data evaluations and writes technical reports and SOPs
May serve as Study Director and monitor GLP compliance
Mentors staff and trains on laboratory techniques

Skills

Strong scientific skills

Excellent communication

Independent & team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry/biochemistry/biology

Master’s degree + substitute for bachelor possible

Job description

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 attitudeAbility 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, biology or other directly related field and 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 Eurofins 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: