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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.

Employee Responsibilities:

+ Perform routine performance checks on instruments that are being used for project support (e.g. HPLC, XRPD, moisture sorption, DSC, TGA)

+ Preparation of common vehicles for formulation preparation to support in vivo studies

+ Preparation of key reagents for analytical assays (e.g. mobile phase for HPLC)

+ Weighing and labelling of samples prior to shipping for studies at other sites

+ Solubility measurement in buffers, bio-relevant medium & organic solvents (HPLC, UV-Vis)

+ Vehicle Screening (e.g. solubility / stability) for SubQ, IV and PO formulation development (HPLC, UV-Vis, XRPD)

+ Preparation of (previously developed) formulations for animal studies including processing support for spray drying of amorphous dispersions, the preparation of particle based formulations and / or other preparation techniques as required..

+ Forced degradation studies of drug substance (HPLC)

+ Preliminary physicochemical characterization of compounds / formulations including (UPLC/HPLC, XRPD, TGA, DSC, CD, FTIR, HP-SEC) and light scattering techniques (DLS, zeta potential, NTA)

+ Formulation analytical testing e.g. release and chemical / physical stability studies (HPLC, XRPD, UV and fluorescence assays)

+ Powder blending and filter analysis for inhaled programs (HPLC)

+ Particle size measurements of drug substance and formulations

+ Provide support in the maintenance of the laboratory working environment including:

+ Cleanliness of common laboratory area

+ Management of waste for collection

+ Co-ordination of laboratory supplies (reagents / consumables)

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or other related degree concentration, or equivalent directly-related experience

+ Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

The Ideal Candidate would possess:

+ 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

+ Adhere to quality control and safety procedures, work in an organized manner, and comply with client site requirements

Position is full-time, Monday-Friday 8am-5pm with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of West Point, PA are encouraged to apply.

What we offer:

+ 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

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.