QC Chemistry Group Lead- Biochemistry

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 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 is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins 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. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. Eurofins offers 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 2020, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 5.4 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

Minimum 3 years leadership experience required to be considered

Laboratory Responsibilities

• Performs bench role in assigned/trained assays (80-90% of clocked hours)
• Performs all duties relevant to the Quality Control Chemist position as required.
• Maintains laboratory supplies, media, and reagents inventory.
• Updates relevant databases and prepares monthly report.
• Performs laboratory investigation reports where deemed appropriate
• Uses Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for sample and sample test result tracking.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Minimum 3 years leadership experience required to be considered
• Supports and monitors team of analysts
• May participate in new hire interviews
• Supports the on-boarding process of new employees
• Participates in training of other employees.
• Performs peer review of data.
• Assists in coordinating equipment maintenance and calibration.
• Participates in overtime and weekend schedule as required.
• Able to shift priorities quickly to meet the demands of immediate testing and help others to pivot their focus when needed

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years leadership experience required to be considered

The Ideal Candidate would possess:

• Laboratory experience (chemistry/biochemistry preferred)
• 3-5 Years of cGMP experience
• 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
• Experience with LIMS preferred
• Experience within fast-paced climate strongly preferred

• Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Life Sciences, Engineering, or other science related degree concentration, or equivalent directly-related experience
• 3-5 years leadership experience 
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information

Minimum 3 years leadership experience required to be considered

• 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
• Yearly goal-based bonus & eligibility for merit-based increases
• Base compensation is $25-$35 per hour based on experience.
• 2nd and 3rd shift positions will add a 10% and 15% differential to the base pay.

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 projec