Research Chemist

Eurofins USA Food Testing • Madison, WI

5h • Onsite

About The Position

Demonstrates and promotes the company vision Regular attendance and punctuality Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate Organizes, conducts and evaluates analytical results and testing independently in compliance with applicable methods, protocols, SOP’s and regulatory agency guidelines. Documents work, maintains study documentation and laboratory records. Independently sets-up, maintains, operates, and performs routine and non-routine maintenance on laboratory equipment and software, including problem identification and resolution. Leads project meetings, plans, monitors and guides project work, Performs peer review and QC review of data, Performs assigned workload on a daily basis and effectively completes multiple assignments. Promotes and contributes to a cohesive team environment and maintains a positive attitude. Plans individual workload in coordination with team members and plans team workload in coordination with supervisors or managers Maintains a clean and safe laboratory work environment Understands data generated, and history of methods. Recognizes deviations from normal results and informs Study Director, Principal Investigator, and/or management of any problems and/or deviations that may affect the integrity of the data and drives corrective action of problems. Identifies problems and performs modifications in test methods or procedures. Helps develop new procedures as needed or directed. Understands chemistry of all steps of multiple assays. Initiates, drives, implements and directs others in process improvement initiatives. Completes all required training courses. Trains, mentors, and assists less experienced staff. Sets up and performs optimization, and validation of various analytes in a variety of matrices, and assists in method development. Participates / leads client visits as needed, and communicates technical information. Evaluates data for incorporation into written reports. Writes reports, methods, protocols, and SOPs, and evaluates suggestions for modifications to test methods and procedures. Knowledge of departmental procedures and policies. May assist in modifications to these procedures and policies. Effectively plans and utilizes personnel and resources for timely completion of assigned projects. Drives the assessment and qualification of new equipment and instrumentation as appropriate. Assures technical staff compliance to SOPs and other regulatory agency guidelines. Viewed as a resource across EFII. Transfers, sets up and performs complex analyses using unfamiliar or new methods, utilizing EFII resources including scientific guidance as needed. Designs and independently conducts tests for chemistry projects and provide initial analysis. Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill or ability required.
• BS/BA degree in science plus at least 5+ years of previous laboratory experience.
• Relevant experience may be substituted for education.
• Experience with use and troubleshooting of analytical equipment.
• Basic knowledge of computers and software programs.
• Familiar with the use of standard laboratory equipment.
• Effective communication (verbal and written), presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to learn new tasks
• Ability to think critically and solve problems quickly and efficiently

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
• Organizes, conducts and evaluates analytical results and testing independently in compliance with applicable methods, protocols, SOP’s and regulatory agency guidelines.
• Documents work, maintains study documentation and laboratory records.
• Independently sets-up, maintains, operates, and performs routine and non-routine maintenance on laboratory equipment and software, including problem identification and resolution.
• Leads project meetings, plans, monitors and guides project work
• Performs peer review and QC review of data
• Performs assigned workload on a daily basis and effectively completes multiple assignments.
• Promotes and contributes to a cohesive team environment and maintains a positive attitude.
• Plans individual workload in coordination with team members and plans team workload in coordination with supervisors or managers
• Maintains a clean and safe laboratory work environment
• Understands data generated, and history of methods.
• Recognizes deviations from normal results and informs Study Director, Principal Investigator, and/or management of any problems and/or deviations that may affect the integrity of the data and drives corrective action of problems.
• Identifies problems and performs modifications in test methods or procedures.
• Helps develop new procedures as needed or directed.
• Understands chemistry of all steps of multiple assays.
• Initiates, drives, implements and directs others in process improvement initiatives.
• Completes all required training courses.
• Trains, mentors, and assists less experienced staff.
• Sets up and performs optimization, and validation of various analytes in a variety of matrices, and assists in method development.
• Participates / leads client visits as needed, and communicates technical information.
• Evaluates data for incorporation into written reports.
• Writes reports, methods, protocols, and SOPs, and evaluates suggestions for modifications to test methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of departmental procedures and policies.
• May assist in modifications to these procedures and policies.
• Effectively plans and utilizes personnel and resources for timely completion of assigned projects.
• Drives the assessment and qualification of new equipment and instrumentation as appropriate.
• Assures technical staff compliance to SOPs and other regulatory agency guidelines.
• Viewed as a resource across EFII.
• Transfers, sets up and performs complex analyses using unfamiliar or new methods, utilizing EFII resources including scientific guidance as needed.
• Designs and independently conducts tests for chemistry projects and provide initial analysis.
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• As an employer, we’re keen to look after our people with as much dedication as they look after our patients.
• That’s why we offer competitive salaries, excellent training and exceptional career prospects.
• We’re a growing and ambitious company, so there is huge potential here to develop with us and enjoy fantastic rewards in your career.

What This Job Offers

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