Analyst (HPLC)

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 works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 58,000 staff across a network of more than 1,000 independent companies in over 54 countries and operating more than 900 laboratories. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing.

In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6.7 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

ANALYST II (HPLC) - EUROFINS BIOPHARMA PRODUCT TESTING TORONTO, INC.

Job Description

Basic Function

Reporting directly to the Department Head - Chemistry, the Analyst II will be responsible for providing basic technical support and analysis within the Biopharmaceutical Chemistry Testing Laboratory. This is a deadline-based, high-pressure work environment with on-going projects for a variety of clients.

The Analyst II will have over 5 to 10 years of laboratory testing experience with demonstrated ability to complete more complex role/duties. Has handled variety of instrumentation for analytical testing and will be able to work independently with minimal/no supervision. The incumbent must be energetic, exceedingly well-organized, flexible, and must have the ability to interact with customers and staff in a fast-paced environment, sometimes under pressure, while remaining proactive, resourceful, and efficient. A high level of professionalism and confidentiality is crucial to this role.

The Analyst II must:

• Proficient in operating GC/HPLC/LC-MS/MS/GC-MS.

• Ensures that all work is carried out in compliance with company Safety policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP/GLP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Analyze API, Raw Materials and Finished products for Assay, Impurities & Dissolution study using HPLC /GC instrument with minimum supervision.

• Recognizes OOS or out-of-trend results and assists laboratory manager in the completion of lab investigations.

• Review technical data, documents, and proposals as required.

• Proficient in Microsoft office programs (Outlook, Word, and Excel).

• Hands-on experience with pharmaceutical data acquisition software e.g. Empower and Chromeleon, e-LIMS, ETQ etc.

• Troubleshoot technical issues/ difficulties with methods.

• Coordinate with team members to perform method transfers between R&D group to QC group.

• Promote and maintain a safe and healthy working laboratory environment in compliance with established health and safety procedures.

• Be experienced in a wide variety of routine and some non-routine wet chemistry methods and procedures.

• Strong interpretation of routine analysis or tests.

• In-depth understanding of chromatography principles, types and techniques.

• Have high troubleshooting skills, both with instruments and methods.

• Be able to write lab reports.

• Ability to work directly from the USP or EP pharmacopeia to write protocols and execute methods.

• Be able to work under GMP guidelines, and be proficient with USP and pharmaceutical testing.

• Explaining latest, applicable methods and techniques to perform various experiments and teaching necessary techniques that need to be adopted to complete a particular experiment or an allotted assignment.

• Competent research and study skills to learn about innovative methodologies and equipment used for problem-solving and troubleshooting.

• Accountable for the integrity and traceability of all data generated and reported.

• Design, preparation, and production of study materials including procedure manuals.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Laboratory manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sample preparation and Mobile phases preparation.

• Documentation: Ensuring accurate reporting in lab books.

• Using a wide range of sophisticated equipment and instruments to conduct analysis and research and troubleshoot instrumentation/methods.

• Perform other departmental tasks such as cleaning, supply ordering, assist with instrumentation training and maintenance, etc.

• Perform analytical tests utilizing HPLC/UPLC, GC, UV, IR, FTIR, KF and other laboratory instruments.

• Assess, compare and perform risk assessments for compendial method compliance according to USP, EP, and other regulations.

• Mentoring/training junior staff members and Imparting training to new recruits for operation, calibration and preventive maintenance of GCMS/GC/HPLC/ LC-MS/MS, etc.

• Writing SOPs.

• Ensure that work is performed in compliance with good manufacturing practices (GMP), standard operating procedures (SOPs) and the current test method.

• Participates in general lab duties, including clean-up, administration, logbook review and operations support.

Qualifications

Education:

• A B. Sc. degree preferably in Chemistry, or diploma in related filed.

• A solid background and understanding of Chemistry is mandatory.

• Computer proficiency- Microsoft Office , especially Excel.

Experience:

• 5-10 years working with analytical instrumentation.

• Ability to work directly from the USP or EP pharmacopeia to write protocols and execute methods.

• Experience working in contract Laboratory considered an asset.

• Experience working with Pharmaceuticals.

Additional Information

At Eurofins we offer excellent full-time benefits including health & dental coverage, life and disability insurance, RRSP with 3% company match, paid holidays, paid time off.

Accommodation:

• Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process, or those needing job postings in an alternative format, may e-mail a request via the website

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received international recognition as a great place to work. To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website

We thank all applicants within commuting distance of GTA, Ontario for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.