Staff Scientist - Environmental Fate

Eurofins · Easton, MD · Today

AnalystFull-time

About the Role

Eurofins Agroscience Services (EAS) offers a unique portfolio of expertise, providing extensive laboratory and field support across multiple industries including agrochemical, biopesticide, pharmaceutical, biocide, and fine chemical manufacturers. With more than 50 years' experience in the crop protection industry, EAS prioritizes the execution of top-tier scientific studies. This position is located at the largest EAS laboratory in Easton, MD, with more than 100 scientists servicing multiple portfolios as the center for biological, toxicology, chemistry, and environmental fate contract research for North America. Successful candidates would be part of a large diverse team collaborating to deliver high quality research to key markets. Located on the eastern shore of the Chesapeake Bay, this historic small town has high quality of life with easy access to major cities like Washington, DC, Baltimore and Annapolis.

Responsibilities

Designs and supervises simple and complex experiments and procedures in accordance with all applicable regulatory requirements (e.g. DEA, EPA, FDA, FIFRA, OECD, etc.)
Routinely develops procedures and methods for the solution of technical problems
Serves as an expert for technical issues for staff and external customers
Performs advance troubleshooting of instrumentation and equipment
Conducts studies to determine the persistence and behavior of chemicals in the environment
Performs complex data evaluations, reviews the work of others, and writes complex technical reports and standard operating procedures
May serve as a primary business contact for clients
Likely to work on several projects concurrently and may monitor and direct activities of other staff performing work in area of expertise
May be designated as Study Director of one or more projects responsible for monitoring GLP compliance of work performed on assigned project(s)
Confers with scientists and colleagues regarding research, required to prepare technical papers and reports
Conducts training of staff on techniques necessary to perform laboratory assignments

Qualifications

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
Bachelor's degree in relevant field such as chemistry, biochemistry, biology or other directly related field and a minimum of five years of experience in an environmental fate laboratory
A Master's degree in a relevant field and three years of directly relevant experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree and experience
GLP study director or project management experience preferred
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Schedule

Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m., with overtime and some weekend shifts required as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Easton, MD are encouraged to apply.

Benefits