Product Chemistry Assistant Scientist

Eurofins USA Agroscience Services•Columbia, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Eurofins Agroscience Services (EAS) is seeking an Assistant Scientist to work with our Product Chemistry team in Columbia, MO. This role involves carrying out routine experiments and procedures in accordance with regulatory requirements, protocols, methods, and standard operating procedures. The Assistant Scientist will perform various laboratory tasks, including using analytical balances, measuring volumes, preparing solutions, operating a pH meter, sample processing, microbial analysis, and assisting with experimental setups. The position also includes performing calculations, analyzing data, and documenting all work performed according to GLP guidelines. The role contributes to the preparation of data summaries and draft reports.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field such as chemistry, biochemistry, biology, chemical engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, or other directly related field or degree with comparable coursework in the above areas. In rare cases, comparable demonstrated competence and experience in the relevant area may be used to substitute in whole or in part for the Bachelor’s degree.
Familiarity and/or experience in a laboratory setting is required.
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
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

Responsibilities

Carries out routine experiments and procedures in accordance with all applicable regulatory requirements as defined by protocol, method, and standard operating procedures.
Performs laboratory tasks including but not limited to use of analytical balances, measuring volumes, proficient at dispensing volumes with devices such as syringe, pipet, or graduated cylinder, preparation of buffer solutions, use of pH meter, sample processing/ homogenization, microbial analysis, total organic carbon measurement, wet/dry determinations, sample combustions, use of liquid scintillation counters and assist with experimental setup such as preparation of traps for volatile components
Perform calculations associated with product chemistry.
Performs analysis, first level, and peer review of data for accuracy and completeness.
Documentation of work performed in laboratory notebooks, worksheets, instrument logbooks, or other printed documents as per applicable SOP and GLP guidelines
Organization and maintenance of study raw data binders
Contribute to preparation of data summaries and draft reports.