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Entry Level Associate Scientist - Biochemistry

Lancaster, PAOnsiteFull TimeJunior / Entry-levelPosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • chemistry
  • biochemistry
  • pharmaceutical ingredients
  • finished pharmaceutical products
  • tablets
  • capsules
  • parenterals
  • devices
  • aerosols
  • liquids

Nice to have

  • instrumentation
  • minimum supervision
  • new analytical processes
  • standards
  • computer skills
  • self-motivation

Role summary

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is seeking an Entry Level Associate Scientist in Biochemistry to perform physical, chemical, and instrumental analysis of pharmaceutical ingredients and products. Responsibilities include operating instrumentation, preparing samples, validating processes, executing method transfers, and documenting work under GMP compliance. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related field, strong organizational and computer skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. This full-time, onsite position offers comprehensive benefits.

A perfect entry level opportunity!

  • Perform physical, chemical, and instrumental analysis of active pharmaceutical ingredients and finished pharmaceutical products (tablets, capsules, parenterals, devices, aerosols, liquids, creams, and gels)
  • Run the instrumentation independently including, but not limited to, various chromatographic systems
  • Preparing samples for analysis and running some instrumentation with minimum supervision
  • Set up and validate new analytical or related processes used by the department
  • Prepare standards and samples for analysis
  • Execute method transfer protocols
  • Document work as required for GMP compliance
  • Perform monthly maintenance of laboratory equipment

Qualifications:

  • 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

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in chemistry or other related degree concentration, or equivalent directly-related experience
  • Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Position is full-time, working 8:00 AM-5:00 PM Monday-Friday, plus overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within commutable distance to Lancaster, PA are encouraged to apply.

What we Offer:

  • 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.

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.

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralized 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.

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