Lead Biochemist - Quality Control

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 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.

Job Description

• Perform wet chemistry testing
• HPLC, UV-Vis, CE
• Sample receipt
• Glassware washing
• Use ALCOA to document test results in electronic notebooks
• Would support various QC labs where work is needed
• Coach, train, and develop others within the group with respect to their personal development and effective implementation of operational improvements
• Coordinate workflow and perform daily monitoring to meet TAT
• Prepare and review job plans, conduct semiannual performance reviews, interview applicants, keep training records up to date for assigned employees, perform succession planning in preparation for growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physical science (chemistry, physics, etc.), or other related degree concentration, with a minimum of 4 years of experience
• At least 2 years of GMP industry leadership experience is required .
• Strong focus on quality, teamwork, and productivity
• Proactive, positive, solution-oriented leadership style with the ability to prioritize and coordinate simultaneous projects with varying deadlines
• Strength in employee engagement, morale, and retention
• 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 with internal and external clients, 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
• Proficiency in IT-related skills such as Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information

• The position is full-time, 8pm to 6am, Wed to Sat or Sun to Wed (4x10s shift)
• May be requested to work on weekends, overtime, and holidays based on business needs.
• Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Indianapolis, IN are encouraged to apply.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• 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.