Consider joining Eurofins where people are the most important element in our business. Eurofins Biopharma Product Testing is a leading contract lab that provides testing and research services in the environmental, pharmaceutical, and biopharmaceutical sciences to clients worldwide.
What can Eurofins offer you?
* At Eurofins we offer careers not just jobs.
* Developmental opportunities and career progression
* Private Medical Insurance when with the company for 2 years for all roles
* Income protection and life assurance
* Free parking onsite
* Additional annual leave days with continued service
* The opportunity to work on life saving products
* Work-life balance
* Sports and Social events
Job Description
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Scientist to join our Analytical Chemistry team in Dungarvan Co Waterford.
The purpose of this role is to carry out scientific test procedures on client samples and produce accurate results within an acceptable time frame using company procedures and also to be responsible for completion of the more technically challenging analysis. This person will also work to develop any ancillary procedures associated with the methods and technical systems used; ensuring customer samples are completed within their required specifications.
This role includes an expectation that provided appropriate training has been provided and a suitable level of technical competency and knowledge has been achieved, the Scientist will support complex analytical testing and high knowledge projects. This may be achieved by performing additional duties or functions (e.g. data review) that will be commensurate with your training and skillset.
Job Responsibilities
* This person will carry out the non-routine tasks in the laboratory or carry out the particular type(s) of analysis assigned to them, back filling for analysts as required.
* Responsible for developing and validating new tests and procedures for company and clients.
* Responsible for the completion of specific technological projects and writing up the results of these projects accurately, confidentially and on time for the clients.
* Scientists are permitted to sign all technical documents once their training in this task is successfully completed. This includes laboratory reports, SOPs, protocols, investigation reports and any other documentation issued.
* Deputising for management as required.
* Responsible for updating any relevant documentation as required.
* Responsible for direct communication with clients in an appropriate manner.
* To liaise closely with the Section Manager to ensure that resources are available to guarantee that testing activities are completed to customer’s timelines.
* Responsible for the review of test methods for quotation purposes.
* Responsible for continually liaising with management, customers and other members of the organisation on any relevant problem areas or enhancements to the business.
* To identify any opportunities for improvement of quality and service and work with the team to implement continuous improvement.
Qualifications
* Degree in a Scientific discipline
* 5+ years’ experience in a regulated GMP laboratory environment
* Analytical techniques (HPLC, LC-MS, GC, UV-Vis and Dissolution)
* Strong knowledge and experience with LC-MS is a requirement for this role
* Able to perform moderately complex and complex laboratory activities
* Good team player, organised, accurate, have strong documentation skills
* Passionate about quality and customer service.
* Good communication skills both internally and externally.
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