Analytical Extractable and Leachable Scientist Group Leader

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions•Rensselaer, NY

6d•$29 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

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

Requirements

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
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

Nice To Haves

Strong leadership and teambuilding skills
Familiarity with Lean or 5s or Operational Excellence

Responsibilities

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
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