Senior Spectroscopy Scientist (NMR)

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.

About the role

The Senior Solid State NMR Scientist provides laboratory support in solid-state NMR (ssNMR) data collection and interpretation for pharmaceutical materials.

• Apply ssNMR to characterize a broad range of pharmaceutical materials (crystalline and non-crystalline small molecule APIs, excipients, drug product intermediates, and drug products)
• Apply quantitative ssNMR methods to measure components of APIs and drug products
• Plan and perform experiments with minimal supervision
• Collaborate with colleagues in Materials Science to define and implement characterization strategies
• Solve scientific problems using contemporary Materials Science experimental techniques
• Contribute to the development of new scientific approaches and knowledge within the Materials Science organization
• Ensure contemporaneous and accurate entries are made in the electronic laboratory notebook system according to accepted good practice

Requirements

• Ph.D. degree in chemistry or equivalent field with expertise in ssNMR or a B.A./M.S degree in pharmaceutical science, chemistry, chemical engineering, or related field with 2-3+ years of ssNMR experience
• Experience with ssNMR sample preparation, data acquisition, and interpretation of 1D and 2D spectra
• Experience in solid state characterization techniques (such as x-ray powder diffraction, polarized light microscopy, differential scanning calorimetry, thermogravimetric analysis, spectroscopy, etc.) is an advantage
• Experience and understanding of vibrational spectroscopy (FTIR, NIR, FT-Raman) is an advantage
• Understanding of physical, analytical, and organic chemistry
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills
• Good organizational skills, the ability to work independently, and excellent oral and written communication skills are required
• A strong interest and motivation to learn new technologies and concepts is expected

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

Schedule

Position is full-time, working Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. with overtime as needed.

Pay

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

Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Groton, CT are encouraged to apply.