Analytical Extractable and Leachable Scientist Group Leader

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 works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics 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, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 47,000 staff across a network of more than 900 independent companies in over 50 countries and operating more than 800 laboratories. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing

If you’re looking for a rewarding career, apply with us today!

• Using GC-MS, LC-MS, and/or ICP-MS to support commercial and clinical testing of extractables and leachables for pharmaceutical manufacturing following all pertinent protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Generate, compile, and process complex data.
• Reviews test results to ensure compliance with standards; reports any quality anomalies.
• Use processed and historical data to support conclusions and author technical summary documents of test results.
• Calibrates or verifies calibration of instruments/devices prior to use.
• Troubleshooting instrumentation and lab techniques when appropriate.
• Comply with all pertinent regulatory agency requirements.
• Follows all current cGxP (e.g. good manufacturing processes, good documentation practices, etc.)
• Participates in required training activities as both trainee and trainer.
• Maintains laboratory supplies, safety, and compliance.
• Interacts with outside vendors and/or functional peer groups in a professional manner.
• May assist in validation of methods
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivated, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies

Leadership Responsibilities

• Supports and monitors performance of team of employees
• Monitors the day to day operations of QC analyst staff
• May participate in new hire interviews
• Supports the on-boarding process of new employees
• Facilitate staff access to systems, controlled areas, etc. using approved procedures
• Participates in training of other employees.
• Performs peer review of data.
• May support peer group lead operations
• Assists in coordinating equipment maintenance and calibration.
• Disseminate administrative communications
• Demonstrate and promote the company vision
• Meet all quality and productivity metrics, and demonstrate strong teamwork and collaboration
• Participate in productivity tracking and prepares monthly metrics and quality reports.
• Coordinate scheduling and allocation of responsibilities, and new hire on-boarding process
• Coordinates training program

The Ideal Candidate would possess:

• Strong leadership and teambuilding skills
• Familiarity with Lean or 5s or Operational Excellence
• 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 science related degree concentration) with 2 years of industry experience, or Master's degree with any industry experience
• Experience in GC-MS, LC-MS, and/or ICP-MS
• Experience operating inside of a GMP lab space
• 1-2 years of previous dynamic team leadership experience
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
• Experience writing and reviewing detailed technical documents
• Experience with an electronic laboratory information management system
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

What to Expect in the Hiring Process:

• 10-15 Minute Phone Interview with Region Recruiter
• 45-60 Minute Virtual Interview with Manager and/or Group Leader
• 30 Minute Virtual Interview with Site Director

Additional Details:

The position is full-time, first shift, Monday-Friday from 8am-4:30pm. Candidates must be flexible to adapt to schedule changes that may require shift changes and/or weekend work, and overtime may be required as needed. Candidates living within a commutable distance of Rensselaer, New York, are encouraged to apply.

Excellent full-time benefits include:

• comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holiday
• Yearly goal-based bonus & eligibility for merit-based increases
• Pay is between 29.00-32.00

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.