Research Scientist/Pollinator Study Director

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.  Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the network of Eurofins companies.

Group's key figures are approx. 5.4 billion Euros turnover, over 950 laboratories across 60 countries and about 65,000 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.

Job Description

Eurofins Agroscience Services is searching for a Study Director/Pollinator Study Lead to join our team in Mebane, NC.   

Study Director/Pollinator Study Lead responsibilities include: 

• Direct overall planning and implementation of pollinator exposure programs in the US

• Coordinate and/or execute any or all of the following pre-trial activities: (i) develop study protocol; (ii) develop the raw data file notebook; (iii) request proposals from field investigators; (iv) negotiate contracts with field investigators; (v) arrange for materials (protocols, raw data files, test substance, adjuvants, boxes, bags, etc.) to be provided to the field investigators; (vi) coordinate pre-qualification activities at the site; and (vii) assist field investigators as necessary to assure the prompt and proper initiation of the field research.

• Coordinate with the Quality Assurance Unit (QAU) to address GLP compliance at the field investigator facilities.

• Able to travel, often at short notice, to make frequent visits to test sites (including outside of the US), to carry out study conduct and/or facility related activities and provide training to other members of staff.

• Compile study reports in a timely manner for client for submissions to regulatory agencies in the US and around the world

Qualifications

The ideal candidate would have: 

• Ability to complete and deliver research trails as assigned.
• Ability to conduct the performance of regulatory analytical studies.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
• Willing to learn new skills, well organized, capable of adapting to a broad spectrum of responsibilities and able to maintain meticulous and accurate records.
• Extensive knowledge of bee keeping skills and pollinator exposure research.
• Able to work outside standard business hours, according to team/business workloads

Basic Minimum Qualifications: 

• Masters or Doctoral degree in entomology, ecotoxicology, biology, or relevant life science.
• 3-5 years of experience in project management or pollinator research
• Computer proficiency and instrumentation skills.
• Regulatory understanding of EPA and OECD requirements
• Extensive knowledge of GLP, and preferably, have experience as a Principal Investigator
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information

Position is full-time, with overtime as needed.  Applicants within commuting distance of Mebane are encouraged to apply.

What It’s Like to Work Here:

Teamwork: experience what being a part of the Eurofins family feels like. Be inspired by your leaders, be encouraged by your teammates and be supported in all parts of your journey while you work with us.

Learning & Development: take on career development programs and goal setting to create bi