Particle Characterization Scientist at Eurofins

Groton, Connecticut, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Particle Characterization, Surface Characterization, Materials Science, Crystallization, Solid-State Characterization, Spectroscopy, Microscopy, GLP Knowledge, Chemical Lab Safety, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving, Documentation, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Organizational Skills, Interest in New Technologies

Industry

Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories

Description

Company Description The work we do at Eurofins matters, and so do our employees. At Eurofins, we put a focus on your professional growth. We provide our employees the ability to break into the biopharmaceutical industry and grow from the bottom up. We have the supportive teams and tools available to invest in you while also affording you work-life balance and a competitive benefits package. 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. If you’re looking for a rewarding career, a place to call home, apply with us today! Job Description The Associate Scientist provides laboratory support in defining optimal particle properties of drug substances as it relates to chemical manufacturing and formulation into pharmaceutical products and is responsible for writing sections of reports for regulatory submissions. The position is based in Groton, CT (USA). Role Responsibilities: Support multidisciplinary project teams and collaborate with colleagues to define and implement API particle characterization activities according to project timelines. Conduct physical and surface characterization of powders of pharmaceutical relevance. This includes particle characterization (e.g., particle size, shape) and surface characterization (e.g., surface energy, surface roughness). Collaborate with colleagues in Medicinal Chemistry, Formulation and Biopharmaceutics to define and implement screening and characterization strategies consistent with producing desired crystalline morphologies. Solve scientific problems using contemporary Materials Science experimental techniques. Contribute to the development of new scientific approaches and knowledge within the global Materials Science organization. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science/Engineering. Authorization to work in the country indefinitely without need for sponsorship. Experience with solving Materials Science problems, e.g., particle characterization using experimental approaches and team collaboration. Experience with characterization techniques: particle size, shape, surface energy, surface roughness, spectroscopy, microscopy In-depth understanding of the physical and particle properties needed for drug substance manufacture and formulation into drug product. Experience in crystallization and solid-state characterization (such as x-ray powder diffraction, polarized light microscopy, differential scanning calorimetry, thermogravimetric analysis, NMR, etc). Experience using electronic notebook for documentation. Knowledgeable of GLP and chemical lab safety protocols. Good organizational skills, the ability to work independently, and excellent oral and written communication skills are required. A strong interest and motivation to learn new technologies and concepts is expected. Additional Information 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 website www.eurofinsus.com. #LI-EB1 Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

The Associate Scientist provides laboratory support in defining optimal particle properties of drug substances related to chemical manufacturing and formulation into pharmaceutical products. Responsibilities include conducting physical and surface characterization of powders and collaborating with multidisciplinary project teams.