Scientist

Scientist

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.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. It 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 Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

Eurofins BPT- Advantar is looking for a Scientist to join our Routine Testing team located in San Diego, CA. This position is an intermediate-level professional position involved in somewhat complex day-to-day activities in a laboratory setting under prescribed processes (protocols, standard operating procedures, methods, etc.). Responsibilities include completing work under cGMP and/or GLP guidelines for studies, documentation, etc. Assisting in conducting, monitoring and reporting studies to ensure data accuracy and report quality.  Providing somewhat complex analytical work on projects and studies using a range of analytical techniques and instruments.  Working with increasing independence on studies and assignments.

 The ideal candidate would possess:

• Experience in Biochemistry analytical techniques, both chromatographic and electrophoretic in a GMP environment.
• Demonstrated technical experience running HPLC/UPLC as well as LC-MS/MS, CE (PA800+ or FACE), DLS, GC, and UV/Vis.
• Experience with LIMS system desirable.
• Experience assisting with peer reviewing data
• Comfortability working with multiple software systems and Excel
• A highly motivated staff member that is willing to work on a team, and willing to work with others to teach and learn new skills. 
• Good organizational skills; ability to follow directions and good communication skills are required

Qualifications

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 two years of experience in a directly relevant or demonstrated comparable competency and skill attainment is required. 
• A Master’s degree in a relevant field may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree and experience.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Additional Information

Position is full-time, Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm. 

Candidates residing within a reasonable commuting distance of San Diego, CA are encouraged to apply. Please note that relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Pay range is $26.5/h to $32.5/h depending on experience.

• 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

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.