LC-MS Scientist

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions • Durham, NC

16h • 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 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. Perform LC and LC-MS based analyses to support analytical development, DS/DP development, and manufacturing activities. Typical analyses include, but are not limited to: Failure sequence analysis Deamination analysis Residual mesyl azide quantification Oligonucleotide purity/impurity profiling Unknown impurities identification Deliver and document results with a strong focus on accuracy and rapid turnaround. Optimize analytical methods under guidance of supplier supervision. Conduct feasibility assessments, and scientific support for ongoing innovations. Process, interpret raw data and properly document results. Communicate any issues or concerns related to equipment, testing methods, or samples, and actively support troubleshooting and resolution efforts. Ensure efficient sample testing by daily check and preparation of instrument, method setup, material and solution preparation, and maintaining a well-organized laboratory environment in accordance with best practices. Support sample testing and logistics, including shipping and receiving samples among sites and facilities. (Responsibilities include aliquoting samples, completing shipping documentation, and coordinating with the shipping compliance team)

Requirements

• Minimum of a BS with 3-4 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical or biotech setting.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restrictions or sponsorship.
• Experience in the design and execution of analytical chemistry laboratory experiments is required.
• Good understanding of analytical method development is required.
• Strong knowledge and hands on experience in LC- and LC/MS- based analysis is required.

Nice To Haves

• Prior knowledge and experience in oligonucleotide analysis is strongly desired.
• Familiarity with data software such as Chemstation, OpenLab, WatersConnect, Xcalibar is preferred.
• Self-driven, have the ability to work independently, and be thorough in conducting experiments, collecting and communicate results.

Responsibilities

• Perform LC and LC-MS based analyses to support analytical development, DS/DP development, and manufacturing activities.
• Typical analyses include, but are not limited to: Failure sequence analysis Deamination analysis Residual mesyl azide quantification Oligonucleotide purity/impurity profiling Unknown impurities identification
• Deliver and document results with a strong focus on accuracy and rapid turnaround.
• Optimize analytical methods under guidance of supplier supervision.
• Conduct feasibility assessments, and scientific support for ongoing innovations.
• Process, interpret raw data and properly document results.
• Communicate any issues or concerns related to equipment, testing methods, or samples, and actively support troubleshooting and resolution efforts.
• Ensure efficient sample testing by daily check and preparation of instrument, method setup, material and solution preparation, and maintaining a well-organized laboratory environment in accordance with best practices.
• Support sample testing and logistics, including shipping and receiving samples among sites and facilities. (Responsibilities include aliquoting samples, completing shipping documentation, and coordinating with the shipping compliance team)

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees