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Associate Data Review Scientist

Eurofins Scientific

Lancaster, PA

$57K - $57K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago


Eurofins rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 180 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

68th of 120 rated laboratories


Job description

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.

Job Description

Eurofins Biopharmaceutical is looking for an Associate Scientist to support Data Review of our Biochemistry team. The Associate Scientist position is considered an entry-level opportunity that will allow for hands on development and growth in day-to-day activities supporting a laboratory setting under prescribed processes (protocols, standard operating procedures, methods, etc.). The Data Review requirement of this position will also allow for development and assignment of responsibilities that include reviewing scientific reports under CGMP guidelines, assisting with internal audits, review of scientific reports to ensure regulatory requirements have been met, data tracking and reporting.

This position will provide a balance schedule to support both laboratory and data tracking operations and is seeking a potential candidate that is interested in learning both aspects within a lab setting.

Employee Responsibilities and Qualifications:

  • Ensure that the client receives quality data by reviewing laboratory data for accuracy, clarity, and adherence to GMP and/or GLP regulations.
  • Review simple and complex routine and non-routine data (for three or more areas) according to departmental, corporate, and client SOPs; read and understand analytical procedures; ensure all work is performed according to GLP/GMP requirements and apply GLP/GMP in all areas of responsibility
  • Experience in a laboratory setting or GMP pharmaceutical setting.
  • Ensure that the client receives quality data by reviewing laboratory data for accuracy, clarity, and adherence to GMP and/or GLP regulations
  • Review simple and complex routine and non-routine data (for three or more areas) according to departmental, corporate, and client SOPs; read and understand analytical procedures; ensure all work is performed according to GLP/GMP requirements and apply GLP/GMP in all areas of responsibility as appropriate
  • Good organizational skills; ability to follow direction and good communication skills are required.
  • 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.
Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelors Degree in a LIFE SCIENCE field such as Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Biology required

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

Additional Information

Position is Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., with overtime as needed.  Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lancaster, Pennsylvania 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

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


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Scientific research and development services, biotechnology research and development and environmental consulting services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Leacock, PA, US