Analytical Scientist
Eurofins

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 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 just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 47,000 staff across a network of more than 900 independent companies in over 50 countries and operating more than 800 laboratories. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing.

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

• The candidate must function well and be able to collaborate in a fast-paced, integrated, multidisciplinary team environment in a laboratory-based role.
• Perform analytical assays on various vaccine process intermediates, products and related experimental samples utilizing one or more of the following techniques:
  • Separation-based assays (HPLC, UPLC, CE, SDS-PAGE)
  • Plate based characterization (ELISA, enzymatic activity)
  • Absorbance (UV-vis) and fluorescence protein quantification
• Laboratory responsibilities include preparation of buffers and testing reagents.
• Testing documented in electronic laboratory notebooks and corresponding data review.
• Maintain records and test results following good manufacturing practices (GMP).

Qualifications

The ideal candidate would possess:

• General laboratory skills including experience with pipettes, general analytical equipment, and other instrumentation.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to learn new techniques and perform multiple tasks simultaneously while keeping accurate records, following standardized procedures, and comply with company policies (GMP knowledge a plus).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry or other related degree concentration with a minimum of 1 -2 years relevant experience.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Additional Information

Position is Full-time 1st Shift Mon-Fri with overtime as needed. People within commutable distance of West Point PA are encouraged to apply.

What we offer:

• 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 Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services®(PSS) is a global, award-winning insourcing solution that places our people at our clients' site dedicated to running and managing laboratory services while eliminating headcount, co-employment and project-management worries.

We infuse our 55-year track record of scientific and laboratory operations expertise, as well as HR and great place to work best practices, to recruit, hire, train and manage highly qualified scientists to perform laboratory services using our client's quality systems and equipment.

To learn more about Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, please explore our websitewww.eurofinsus.com.

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

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