Associate Analytical Chemist
Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services, LLC

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.

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

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

• Run basic analytical instruments such as plate readers, microplate washers, automated workstations etc.
• Use low-volume laboratory liquid sample handling equipment (micropipettes) to prepare samples and solutions
• Prepare analytical samples and assay reagents according to established procedures
• Perform analytical techniques upon biological specimens such as qPCR, ELISAs, etc.
• Determine protein levels (host cell protein, protein A) in monoclonal antibody samples
• Run analytical methods, which may include HPLC, UPLC, SEC, gel electrophoresis, capillary electrophoresis, total protein analysis, amino acid analysis or similar methods
• Manage samples including ensuring proper storage and handling of samples
• Work with multiple scientists within the group to effectively schedule work
• Perform data analysis by using instrument computer software and office applications such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Analyze and interpret experimental data independently
• Contribute to writing of e.g. SOPs, study reports and protocols
• Write up laboratory notebooks regularly in compliance with guidelines
• Order, maintain and stock lab supplies such as common reagents, primary packaging materials, gloves, cleaning agents, safety glasses etc.
• Take care of general housekeeping activities such as cleaning bench spaces, processing equipment and glassware
• Apply lean 5S methods to laboratory operations

Qualifications

The ideal candidate would possess:

• Experience with HPLC and SEC assays
• Experience with Empower software highly desired
• Experience in handling and analyzing proteins and other macromolecules
• Experience with low-volume liquid handling equipment strongly desired
• Highly computer literate. Capable of quickly learning and adapting to new computer programs

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors in Chemistry or related field plus 2-3 years of industry experience OR Master's degree with academic research
• Technical laboratory experience involving analytical chemistry- academic research, internship or industrial
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information

• Position is full-time, Monday-Friday, first shift 8AM-5PM. Candidates currently living in a commutable distance to Kalamazoo, MI are encouraged to apply.
• 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
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Eurofins is aM/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

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