Entry Level Chemist- Package Testing

About the Company

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. In 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR €6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

About the Role

This position follows a 4/10 schedule on 2nd or 3rd shift. The role involves completing all training in a timely manner, working with an experienced analyst/mentor to perform various tasks and analyses of bio/pharmaceutical ingredients and products, reviewing or preparing standards and samples for analysis, and operating equipment or instrumentation independently or with guidance. The goal is to ensure clients receive quality data by reviewing laboratory data for accuracy, clarity, and adherence to GMP and/or GLP regulations.

Responsibilities

• Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
• Applies the highest quality standard in all areas of responsibility
• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
• Demonstrates strong client service skills, teamwork, and collaboration
• Proactively plans and multitasks to maximize productivity
• Meets all quality and productivity metrics and demonstrates strong teamwork and collaboration
• Ensures regular attendance and punctuality
• Performs laboratory operations with good dexterity, good laboratory technique, and high degree of accuracy and precision
• Performs/reviews preparations of reagents, samples, and standards according to procedures
• Documents testing, observations, deviations, and results clearly and completely, in compliance with regulatory requirements, striving to minimize errors
• Understands and performs calculations as required by test methods
• Uses computers for information access, calculations, and report preparation
• Reads and understands analytical procedures (compendial and client-supplied) and internal SOPs
• Uses MS Windows applications such as Excel, Word, and Outlook email
• Processes data, generates reports, and evaluates data
• Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing
• Independently seeks out work
• Performs laboratory maintenance
• Commits to occasional overtime as workload requires
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
• Ensures good housekeeping with a neat, clean, and orderly workspace
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Communicates effectively with client staff members

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in microbiology, biology, biochemistry, or related degree concentration and no industry laboratory experience
• Authorized to work in the US indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• Microbiology lab skills: pipetting, microscopes, staining, plating, etc.
• Med device experience is a plus
• Good dexterity, positive attitude, solution-driven
• Good work habits (organized, efficient, careful, safety-conscious, accurate)
• Attention to detail
• Sound scientific logic
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Understanding of instrumentation
• Client service focused
• Demonstration of organizational skills
• Ability to work with moderate supervision upon training completion on assigned tasks
• Ability to handle multitasking

Schedule

Full-Time, Second or Third Shift, Sun-Wed or Wed-Sat, 2pm-12am or 12am-10am.

25% travel may be required. This position is NOT remote.

Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lancaster, PA are encouraged to apply. No relocation assistance will be given.

Benefits

• 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