Senior Scientist Analytical Chemist at Eurofins

Groton, Connecticut, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jun, 26

Salary

28.5

Posted On

20 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

GLP, GMP, Liquid Chromatography, HPLC, UPLC, USP/EP Dissolution Testing, Mass Spectrometry, Vibrational Spectroscopy, Gas Chromatography, Karl Fischer Titration, Method Validation, DoEs, Accelerated Stability Studies, Data Interpretation, Experimental Design, Analytical Chemistry

Industry

Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories

Description

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 Ability to work in a GLP or GMP environment with appropriate documentation and safety practice. Independently develop, utilize, and validate test methods containing advanced analytical techniques such as liquid chromatography (HPLC, UPLC), USP/EP dissolution testing, mass spectrometry, vibrational spectroscopy, gas chromatography, and/or Karl Fischer titration to characterize drug products, APIs, intermediates, and impurities in support of formulation. Develop dissolution methodologies that will provide some measure of an in vivo / in vitro relationship and serve as a quality control procedure. Develop and execute studies to ascertain degradation mechanisms in a variety of environmental, formulation, and stress conditions. Assess stability risks by evaluating process changes and impact on degradation chemistry or dissolution profile. This would involve DoEs and accelerated stability studies. Develop assay/purity methods and assessment of method robustness/ruggedness Develop and execute method validation protocols. Transfer analytical methods to other laboratories and remote sites. Hands-on generation of data in support of accelerated and registration stability studies. Mentor junior chemists by guiding analytical best practices, experimental design, and data interpretation. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or other related degree concentration with 5 years of experience or a Master’s degree with 2-4 years of experience. At least three years of experience in product development and analytical chemistry 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 Additional Information The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., May be requested to work on weekends, overtime, and holidays based on business needs. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Groton, CT are encouraged to apply. Ability to work overtime as required. 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 #LI-EB1 Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Compensation: USD 28.00 - USD 28.50 - hourly

Responsibilities

The Senior Scientist Analytical Chemist will independently develop, utilize, and validate advanced analytical test methods for characterizing drug products, APIs, and impurities, including developing dissolution methodologies to assess in vivo/in vitro relationships. Responsibilities also include executing studies to determine degradation mechanisms, assessing stability risks, transferring analytical methods, and mentoring junior chemists.