Principal Data Review Specialist - Environment Testing

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 entire network of Eurofins companies.

Job Description

Position Summary:

Reviews analytical data, generated by laboratory's finished experiments, for quality, contract compliance, and complete, appropriate documentation. Serves as team resource to answer questions and offer guidance during data reduction. Responsible for identifying data issues and working with the department manager to implement solutions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reviews data as recorded/produced by instrumentation, looking for: 
  • Valid information 
  • Discrepancies/inconsistencies in other project-related results 
  • Contract compliance and compliance with client expectations 
  • Compliance with quality Assurance Program Plan (QAPP) 
  • Compliance with quality Control standards; log and determine validity. 
  • Appropriate qualifier and NCMs
• Resolves inconsistencies by: 
  • Checking documentation 
  • Checking run-long 
  • Checking instrument calibration
  • Trouble-shooting problems and recommending appropriate solutions
  • Designing and developing procedures and programs to minimize deficiencies and ensures contract compliance 
  • Providing technical guidance and training employees on related topics
  • Assembling and reviewing data packages for validity and completeness

Secondary Duties: 

• Aids in creating and reviewing MDL/DOC charts 
• Contributes to implement best practices in data entry and review process
• Performs related work as assigned 
• Initiating rework if necessary
• Complete SOP revisions to meet agreed upon deadlines.
• Assists with tabulation of QA studies performed in the laboratory Evaluates stat windows and UFP tables annually or as requested.
• Aids in ICAR investigation and corrective actions as appropriate
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications: 

• BS/B in Chemistry or related field, OR more than 10 years of direct experience in the environmental chemistry space
• Minimum 4 years bench level analytical experience plus formal QA training or 3 years QA Experience.
• Knowledge of the EPA Methodology and basic QA principles and concepts.
• Understanding of Standard Operation Procedures.
• Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English.
• Authorization to work in the United States without restriction or sponsorship

Ideal Candidates will have: 

• An understanding of environmental methodologies 
• General regulatory requirements knowledge 
• Analytical laboratory techniques
• Knowledge of laboratory QA requirements
• Knowledge of computers, spreadsheets, databases and LIMS
• Strong communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Computer skills
• Problem solving skills
• Strong communication skills orally and in writing
• Ability to analyze problems and solicit solutions
• Ability to prioritize tasks 
• Skills to influence change

Additional Information

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work.  We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options.

We support your development! Do you feel you don’t match 100% of the requirements? Don’t hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development.

We embrace diversity! Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and everything