Biodegradation & Metabolism Senior Scientist
Eurofins

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environment and pharmaceutical 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, advanced material sciences and for supporting clinical studies. In addition, Eurofins is one of the key emerging players in specialty clinical diagnostic testing in Europe and the USA.

Group's key figures are approx. 5.4 billion Euros turnover, over 900 laboratories across 50countries and about 60,000 staff.

Job Description

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.

Eurofins Agroscience Services is searching for a Senior Scientist to work in Hercules, CA.

Senior Scientist responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Use a diverse range of analytical methods for investigation of a test substance in a test system
• Performs laboratory tasks including but not limited to use of analytical balances, measuring volumes, proficient at dispensing volumes with devices such as syringe, pipet, or graduated cylinder, preparation of buffer solutions, use of pH meter, sample processing/ homogenization, microbial analysis, total organic carbon measurement, wet/dry determinations, sample combustions, use of liquid scintillation counters and assist with experimental setup such as preparation of traps for volatile components
• Performs sample extractions, concentration of soluble fractions, partitioning of sample extracts, extract cleanup by solid phase extraction (SPE), calibrant preparations, chromatographic analysis using various techniques such as thin layer chromatography (TLC), or high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), preparation of derivatives of analytes/metabolites (chemical or enzyme)
• Documentation of work performed in laboratory notebooks, worksheets, instrument logbooks, or other printed documents as per applicable SOP and GLP guidelines
• Organization and maintenance of study raw data binders
• Helps with laboratory housekeeping maintaining and organizing the laboratory space to keep appearance clean and safe for laboratory personnel
• Maintain assigned laboratory instruments and equipment
• Preparation of data summaries, draft reports and response to QA audits
• Contribute to revision of SOPs and writing initial draft of new SOPs
• Able to troubleshoot and resolve problems encountered during conduct of studies
• May be designated as Study Director of one or more projects responsible for monitoring GLP compliance of work performed on assigned project(s)
• Presentation of project updates for presentation to sponsors
• Helps training new laboratory personnel

Qualifications

The ideal candidate would possess:

• 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

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field such as chemistry, biochemistry, biology, chemical engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, or other directly related field or degree with comparable coursework in the above areas and a minimum of five years of experience in a directly relevant setting.
• A Master's degree in a relevant field and three years of directly relevant experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree and experience.
• A PhD in a relevant field may be substituted for bachelor's degree and experience.
• Familiarity and/or experience in a laboratory setting is required.
• At least 3 years experience with operating LC-MS/MS, GC-MS and GC-MS/MS instrumentation and interpreting data.
• GLP experience required.
• GLP study director or project management experience or capacity preferred.
• Position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., with overtime as needed;rarelyweekend shifts areneeded. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Hercules, CA are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

Position isfull-time, Monday-Friday, with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Hercules, CAare encouraged to apply.Compensation range: $80,000 - $95,000 annually.

What It's Like to Work Here:

Teamwork:experience what being a part of the Eurofins-EAG 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 big possibilities for your career and life. Develop within the company; be mentored and grown as a leader.

Diversity & Authenticity:we work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

Benefits & Perks to Foster Work/Life Balance:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

• 401k Company Matching

• Paid Time Off

• Holidays

• Wellness Program

• Education Assistance

• Working with an amazing team

• ...and more!

If you enjoy being immersed in technology, tackling problems head-on, finding solutions through teamwork, and taking pride in accomplishments, join us today!

To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website www.eurofinsus.com.

What Happens Next

Our people are the backbone of what we do, so it's incredibly important we find the right individuals to join us. As a potential new recruit you'll be invited to meet the team in the form of an assessment centre or a staged interview process dependent on the role and it's requirements, this will give you the opportunity to see what working for Eurofins is really like and enable us to get you know your key skills and strengths.

Your data

As part of any recruitment process, the company collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. The company is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data and to meeting its data protection obligations.

Closing Date

We reserve the right to close or extend this position depending on application numbers. Therefore we would urge candidates to submit an application as early as possible.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive please be aware that if you do not receive a response within 4 weeks of the vacancy expiry date unfortunately, on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.

Eurofins is aM/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

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