Analytical Chemist

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Job description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environment and pharmaceutical products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and for supporting clinical studies. In addition, Eurofins is one of the key emerging players in specialty clinical diagnostic testing in Europe and the USA.

Group's key figures (as of March 2020) are approx. 5.4 billion Euros turnover, over 800 laboratories across 50 countries and about 50,000 staff.

Analytical Chemist responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

* Physical testing of samples to support development of Active pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs)
* Conduct instrumental analyses such as PXRD, DSC, TGA, DVS, PSD and solubility measurements.
* Conduct polymorph, solvate and salt screening, follow-up scale-ups and solid phase characterization in addition to routine in-process and GMP release testing support
* Data processing, interpretation and documentation
* Calibration and routine maintenance of laboratory equipment
* Laboratory support activities including weekly eye-wash checks, shipping, and chemical inventory.

The ideal candidate would possess:

* Experience with physical characterization techniques such as Powder X-ray diffraction, thermal analysis and particle size analysis
* Experience with sample preparation, equipment maintenance, routine analysis and solid-state characterization of APIs and their intermediates to support chemical synthesis and early formulation efforts
* Experience with laboratory automation tools
* Experience with Microsoft office products (Word, Excel)
* Ability to multi-task and be self motivated
* Ability to perform duties and responsibilities with minimal supervision

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

* A Bachelor's Degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences or other related discipline with a minimum of two (2) years of industry experience OR a Master's Degree.

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 Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services® (PSS) is a global, award-winning insourcing solution that places our people at our clients' site dedicated to running and managing laboratory services while eliminating headcount, co-employment and project-management worries.

We infuse our 55-year track record of scientific and laboratory operations expertise, as well as HR and great place to work best practices, to recruit, hire, train and manage highly qualified scientists to perform laboratory services using our client's quality systems and equipment.

To learn more about Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, please explore our website .

Position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with overtime and weekends as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Rahway, NJ are encouraged to apply.

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