Associate Scientist, Biochemistry

ZipRecruiter; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

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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, composition, authenticity, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

Employee Responsibilities:

1. Performing stability and release testing in support of large molecule biopharmaceutical products using various analytical techniques including HPLC, SCE, CE, iCE, UV, MFI, Appearance, etc.
2. Document work as required for cGMP compliance
3. Perform tests accurately
4. Troubleshoot method and instrumentation problems
5. Use Office and instrumentation specific computer software including Empower

The Ideal Candidate would possess:

1. Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
2. Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
3. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
4. Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
5. Theoretical understanding of large molecule biochemistry

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in biochemistry, biology, chemistry, or other related degree concentration or equivalent directly-related experience (two years of directly related industry experience is equivalent to one full-time year of college in related major)
2. Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information:

Position is full-time, 1st shift hours available, 8 AM- 5 PM.

Additional information:

1. Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
2. Life and insurance
3. 401(k) with company match
4. Paid vacation and holidays

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