HPLC Metrology Technician

San Diego, CA, USA

Full-time

Company Description

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 Organization 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 Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized 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 decentralized 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.

2025, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 7.296 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

The Metrology Technician is responsible for the calibration, verification, maintenance, and troubleshooting of laboratory instruments to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, quality, and customer requirements. This role specializes in metrology fundamentals and advanced HPLC system troubleshooting , supporting analytical laboratories by availability of accurate, reliable, and compliant measurement systems. The position plays a critical role in maintaining data integrity, instrument uptime, and audit readiness.

Key Responsibilities:

Metrology & Calibration

• Perform calibration, verification, and preventive maintenance of laboratory instruments including, but not limited to:

• Balances, pipettes, thermometers, pressure gauges, timers, and volumetric devices, plate readers, Gas Chromatography-Flame Ionization Detector (GC-FID)

• HPLC system components (pumps, detectors, autosamplers, column compartment)

• Execute calibrations in accordance with documented SOPs, Equipment Qualification Protocols (EQPs), manufacturer specifications, ISO/IEC 17025, GMP, and GLP requirements

• Maintain traceability to NIST or internationally recognized standards

• Identify out-of-tolerance conditions, initiate investigations, and support impact assessments

HPLC Troubleshooting & Support

• Diagnose and resolve HPLC performance issues including:

• Flow instability, pressure anomalies, baseline noise/drift, detector contamination, carryover, and leak issues

• Perform system suitability troubleshooting and root cause analysis

• Support instrument qualifications (IQ/OQ/PQ) for HPLC systems

• Collaborate with laboratory analysts to resolve recurring system performance issues and reduce downtime

Documentation & Compliance

• Accurately complete calibration records, certificates, service logs, and deviation records

• Ensure all activities are performed in compliance with ALCOA+ principles and data integrity expectations

• Support internal and external audits (customer, regulatory, accreditation)

• Review calibration data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance

Continuous Improvement & Collaboration

• Identify trends in instrument failures and recommend corrective/preventive actions

• Support improvements to metrology SOPs, EQPs, workflows, and preventive maintenance schedules

• Interface with instrument vendors and service providers as needed

• Promote a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in chemistry, engineering, metrology, physical sciences, forensic science or related field (or equivalent experience)

• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in a regulated laboratory or metrology environment

• Demonstrated hands-on experience with HPLC systems (Waters, Agilent, or equivalent preferred)

• Strong understanding of measurement traceability, and calibration principles

• Working knowledge of GMP, GLP, ISO/IEC 17025, and data integrity requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting regulated pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, or analytical testing laboratories

• Formal metrology or calibration training or certification

• Experience with analytical equipment qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ)

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

• Excellent documentation and attention to detail

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

• Effective communication with cross-functional teams

• Demonstrated commitment to quality, safety, and compliance

Additional Information

Position is full-time, Monday - Friday 9:00AM - 5:50PM. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of San Diego, CA are encouraged to apply.

Pay rage from $25/h to $31/h.

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 BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.