Analytical Chemist - R&D

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 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.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 47,000 staff across a network of more than 900 independent companies in over 50 countries and operating more than 800 laboratories. 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, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing.

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

This role involves performing routine analytical testing, supporting data analysis and documentation, operating advanced lab instruments, and collaborating with the team to maintain quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities include: 

• Independently perform assigned analytical tasks under minimal supervision, including support for Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA), System Suitability Testing (SST), and Analytical Quality Management (AQM) activities.
• Conduct routine analytical activities, including but not limited to sample and mobile phase preparation, using a variety of techniques such as solid-phase extraction (SPE), liquid–liquid extraction (LLE), and supported liquid extraction (SLE), in accordance with established protocols.
• Operate and perform complex troubleshooting on laboratory instrumentation, such as Agilent UPLC, SQ, TOF, and QTOF systems as well as Thermo UPLC, Duo LC, and Orbitrap platforms.
• Execute data analysis and reporting, applying foundational knowledge of parameters needed for accurate data processing and reduction.
• Support and execute experiments for method development and sample preparation studies by following protocols and documenting results in collaboration with senior team members.
• Contribute to the improvement of standard procedures, including preparation protocols and basic sample quality control techniques.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of laboratory activities, including experiments, results, and observations, in electronic laboratory notebooks and systems.
• Collaborate with team members to support daily lab operations and quality initiatives, including compliance with safety, data integrity, and lab standards.
• Proactively identify technical training needs to enhance skills and actively participate in hands-on learning of analytical techniques and laboratory best practices

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• B.S. or M.S. in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or a related field with 3-4 years of industry experience 
• Hands-on expertise in troubleshooting and maintaining LC-MS systems.
• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining LC systems: HPLC, UPLC, LCMS
• Hands-on experience with Agilent UPLC instruments
• Proficiency with OpenLab ChemStation software
• Familiarity with mobile phase preparation techniques
• Knowledge of Automated Quality Management (AQM) and related statistical analysis
• Experience performing System Suitability Testing (SST) and interpreting associated statistics
• Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in dynamic environments.
• Demonstrated scientific problem-solving, learning agility, and effective communication (written and verbal).
• Strong adherence to safety protocols.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with instruments:
  • Agilent: SQ, TOF, QTOF systems
  • Thermo: UPLC, Duo LC, Orbitrap platforms
• Experience with software:
  • MassHunter, Xcalibur, Chromeleon<