Lead Analytical Scientist – Biochemistry

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.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation 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 Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised 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 decentralised 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 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

• Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
• Apply the highest quality standard in all areas of responsibility
• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
• Demonstrates strong client service skills, teamwork, and collaboration
• Be proactive with plans and multitask to maximize productivity
• Meets all quality and productivity metrics and demonstrates strong teamwork and collaboration
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Conduct analytical and/or biochemical testing of high complexity (including research projects, method development, and validation)
• Troubleshoot a variety of analytical assays, including but not limited to:

1.           HPLC (SEC, AEX/CEX, RP, etc)
2.           CE-NR, CE-R, iCEF, Maurice
3.           Compendial testing (Physical Appearance, pH, UV, Titer, capture, etc)
4.           Particulates testing (MFI, HIAC, KF, Volume of Injection, etc)
5.           Trace and Bioassay testing (ELISA, PCR, etc)

• Provide technical leadership and assign tasks to staff
• Serve as a technical resource to assigned staff
• Serve as primary contact with client project leads
• Calculate, evaluate, review, approve, and properly communicate data verbally and in written format to the client; ensure the quality of work by the assigned staff
• Initiate, oversee, and conduct investigations
• Perform training and troubleshooting
• Utilize computers effectively in performing work (including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases)
• Make recommendations for technical and operational improvements
• Communicate effectively with client staff members
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
• Perform other duties as requested by the supervisor

Qualifications

• Ph.D or Master's 4-6 years industry experience, or bachelor's 6+ years.
• Advanced technical and reasoning skills relative to the highest academic degree obtained and years of experience
• Personal maturity and sense of responsibility
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• High degree of precision and accuracy with strong documentation for all technical work
• Consciousness of, and a positive attitude toward, quality control and safety procedures
• Diagnose problems and offer solutions with a high degree of independence
• Independently investigate and correct complicated laboratory or equipment problems
• Good understanding of chemical principles and instrumentation theory
• Demonstrated versatility, flexibility, and efficiency
• Consult with clients on work performed
• Self-motivation to improve technical skills
• Effective use of time managing multiple priorities
• Creative and innovative problem-solving abilities
• Function under a high stress level
• Organized and logical thought process
• Multi-task and retain large amounts of information
• Interact with others in a positive and professional manner
• Learn new techniques quickly

Additional Information

• Position is full-time, Monday - Friday 8am to 5 pm
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Tasks require repetitive motion and standing for long periods of time.
• May be required to respond to off-shift operational issues.
• Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Indianapolis, IN 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
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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.