Eurofins USA Agroscience Services Hiring for Senior Scientist, Analytical Chemistry at Easton, MD Full Time

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environment and pharmaceutical 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, advanced material sciences and for supporting clinical studies. In addition, Eurofins is one of the key emerging players in specialty clinical diagnostic testing in Europe and the USA.

Group’s key figures are approx. 5.4 billion Euros turnover, over 900 laboratories across 50 countries and about 55,000 staff.

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.

Eurofins Agroscience Services is searching for a Senior Scientist, Analytical Chemistry to work in Easton, MD.

Senior Scientist responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Designs, carries out, and performs simple and complex experiments and procedures in accordance with all applicable regulatory (e.g. DEA, EPA, FDA, FIFRA, OECD, etc.) requirements as defined by protocol, method, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Routinely develops procedures and methods for the solution of technical problems.
• Performs progressively more complex procedures and experiments.
• Is able to utilize equipment, facilities, and personnel to produce sound scientific results in a timely fashion for clients.
• Serves as an expert for technical issues for staff and external customers.
• Designs and conducts most procedures independently using laboratory equipment, computer resources, and institutional libraries.
• Is able to perform advanced troubleshooting of instrumentation/equipment
• Prepares standards and specifications for processes, facilities, products, and tests.
• Conducts studies to determine and deliver results involving the composition, structure, properties, relationships, and all critical parameters of the material contracted for testing.
• Performs complex data evaluations, reviews the work of others, and writes complex technical reports and standard operating procedures,
• Responsible for the quality and accuracy of the data and reports sent to clients under assigned responsibility.
• Depending on area of assignment, handles regulated materials (quarantined matrices, DEAcontrolled and radiolabeled materials, etc.), potential biohazard materials, and toxic chemicals according to company procedures.
• Depending on area of assignment, performs ELISA testing for protein expression.
• Likely to work on several projects concurrently and may monitor and direct activities of other staff performing work in area of expertise.
• Conducts training of staff on techniques necessary to perform laboratory assignments.
• May serve as study director, principal investigator, or project leader for GLP studies. May assist in planning the conduct of a study.
• Confers with scientists and colleagues regarding research and be required to prepare technical papers and reports.
• Performs other related duties as required and directed.

The ideal candidate would possess:

• Demonstrate skills in method development for agrochemicals in complex matrices
• 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
• IT and computer language skills

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field such as chemistry, biochemistry, biology, chemical engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, or other directly related field or degree with comparable coursework in the above areas and a minimum of five years of experience in a directly relevant setting.
• 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.
• A PhD in a relevant field may be substituted for bachelor’s degree and experience.
• Familiarity and/or experience in a laboratory setting is required.
• 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 as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Easton, MD are encouraged to apply..

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work. We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays and vacation, personal days, and dental and vision options.

To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website www.eurofinsus.com .

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

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