Analytical Chemist - Rapid Turnaround Lab

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

• Prepare analytical samples and assay reagents according to established procedures
• Run analytical methods, which may include HPLC, UPLC, SEC, gel electrophoresis, capillary electrophoresis, total protein analysis, amino acid analysis or similar methods.
• Manage samples including ensuring proper storage and handling of samples
• Perform data analysis by using instrument computer software and office applications such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Use low-volume laboratory liquid sample handling equipment (micropipettes) to prepare samples and solutions
• Work with multiple scientists within the group to effectively schedule work

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate would possess:

  • Experience in handling and analyzing proteins and other macromolecules
  • Experience with low-volume liquid handling equipment strongly desired
  • Experience with SDS-page highly desired
  • Highly computer literate.  Capable of quickly learning and adapting to new computer programs
• Basic Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelors in Chemistry or related field plus 1-3 years of industry experience OR Master's degree with academic research 
  • Technical laboratory experience involving analytical chemistry - academic research, internship or industrial 
  • Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information

Position is full-time, Monday-Friday, first shift 8AM-5PM. Candidates currently living in a commutable distance to Kalamazoo MI 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 is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.