The Scientist I – Analytical Chemist will support the Eurofins Discovery business in contract research services. This role requires applied experience and proven knowledge in analytical chemistry methods with related experience in a contract research organization (CRO) or industry laboratory.
LCMS Scientist Responsibilities & Duties Include but are not Limited to the Following:
- Performs work in a laboratory setting, meeting the physical job requirements of a lab role.
- Conducts production assays primarily in ADME Toxicology Services, but may support BioMAP®, Immunosignaling, Ion Channel, and/or OncoPanel™ Services based on business needs.
- Develops Liquid Chromatography- Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS) methods for ADME/ DMPK applications
- Develops analytical methods supporting project teams both internally and externally for new assay development.
- Performs Troubleshooting and Maintenance of Mass Spectrometers and HPLC units. Experience with Sciex® or Waters Instrumentation is a plus.
- Prepares and manages inventory of buffers, reagents, semi-finished and finished goods.
- Provides solutions to more complex problems, identifies and initiates process improvements
- Maintains high data quality and reproducibility.
- Performs data and report QC review within the department, and may support study director.
- Takes ownership of client projects with minimal supervision.
- Supports validation of new methods, and contributes to expansion of service/product line, equipment, and data management systems.
- Understands and complies with requirements for work performed at a GxP site.
- Completes required training and supports 100% of Employee Health and Safety requirements.
- Demonstrates proficiency with, care and maintenance of lab equipment and department assets.
- Conducts responsible use of confidential IT and business systems, as required.
- Adheres to department SOPs and documentation requirements, maintains accurate data management and reporting.
- Supports unit goals and demonstrates Eurofins’ competencies, as defined in the job plan.
- Provides training to colleagues and external end users, when required.
- Contributes to scientific community, and site research and development objectives.
- Works effectively in a team environment, under minimum direction, to achieve business production, project timelines, and quality objectives.
- Adjusts work hours and provides cross-functional support to other departments, as required, and maintains accountability in delivering to client needs/timelines.
- Routinely communicates project updates to internal and external clients.
- Performs other duties, as assigned/