Analytical Early Chemical Development Scientist

Analytical Early Chemical Development Scientist 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. Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies. Eurofins PSS Insourcing Solutions is a global, award‑winning insourcing solution that places skilled teams directly at the client site, managing operations seamlessly and eliminating complexities. We are proud to be an armed‑forces‑friendly place to work and welcome applications from reservists, armed‑forces veterans (including the wounded, injured and sick), cadet instructors, military spouses and partners. If you want to continue helping make our world a safer and healthier place, apply for the role below and become a part of the extraordinary Eurofins network. Job Responsibilities Perform routine and non‑routine analytical testing using a broad range of analytical techniques for RSM, intermediates and drug substance at early phase development including LC, IC, GC, MS, ICP and spectroscopic methodology. Provide testing support to DSM. Support stability study testing. Support reference standard requalification. Experience in method development and validation is desirable. Provide synthetic chemistry support on a small scale. Review analytical data for GMP compliance. Prepare and approve results for tests in which the analyst has received appropriate training and is deemed competent. Train other Eurofins or client employees in analytical techniques and electronic systems as required. Initiate and follow up on OOS results and action limits as per customer procedures. Identify opportunities for quality and service improvement and work with the team to implement continuous improvement. Document data according to current client policies and procedures. Ensure all documentation is completed on time, accurately and legibly, and conforms to relevant quality standards. Update documentation when requested by Lead Scientist or client representative. Participate in the preparation of reports. Qualifications A degree in Chemistry or a related discipline is required. Proven relevant experience of pharmaceutical analysis in a development laboratory, or equivalent, is desired. Experience with traditional analytical techniques and modern instrumental equipment (HPLC, IC, GC Karl Fischer, mass spectrometry, ICP and other spectroscopic techniques); ability to interpret raw data and troubleshoot instruments and methods. Experience working with oligonucleotides and peptides is desirable. Thorough understanding of chromatographic techniques with some troubleshooting capabilities. Thorough understanding of requirements for working in a GMP environment. Ability to quickly learn new processes and proactively offer suggestions for improvement. Ability to work on own initiative and develop solutions as part of a team. Good communication skills, internally and externally; able to communicate documents or concepts to co‑workers or clients independently. Ability to work using fully electronic media, including MS Office. Capacity to form strong working relationships with colleagues. Strong team player, organized, accurate, with strong documentation skills. Passionate about quality and customer service. Benefits Reward and Recognition. Health Cash Plan. Life Assurance (4 times annual salary). Company Pension Plan. Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential support. Free car parking. Worldwide career opportunities. Access to Perkbox for savings on everyday purchases and leisure activities. Equal Opportunity Employer Eurofins is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability and other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion and sustainability. We encourage all candidates to apply. Eurofins is committed to meeting data‑protection obligations in the recruitment process and is transparent about how it collects and uses applicant data. Find out more about our career page: https://careers.eurofins.com/ #J-18808-Ljbffr