Chemist

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

Chemist responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform routine sample preparation using wet chemistry techniques, and smoking machines for tobacco products
• Perform analytical testing of tobacco using GC/GCMS and other ancillary laboratory equipment
• Perform all lab work with high degree of accuracy and precision
• Document results accurately in notebooks and computer systems
• Read, understand, and interpret analytical procedures, update procedures as needed
• Perform instrument calibration, recognizes errors, identifies root causes, applies process improvements
• Review and verify data
• Communicate effectively with client staff members

Qualifications

The ideal candidate would possess:

• Bachelors degree in chemistry, biology, or other related degree concentration, or equivalent directly-related experience (2 years of directly related industry experience is equivalent to1 full-time year of college in related major)
• 2-4 years working with GC
• Experience in a cGMP and ISO 17025 environment
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
• Working knowledge of chromatography, experience with Empower or Chromeleon software helpful
• 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

Additional Information

• Position is full-time, working Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00p.m overtime as needed
• Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Winston-Salem, NC are encouraged to apply.
• 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
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

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