Assistant Chemist/Chemist

Company Description

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 discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and agroscience contract research 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 Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to ca. 65,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 950 laboratories in 57 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 6.9 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

Preparation & Testing

• Prepare samples
• Ensure tests are carried out in accordance with requirements of test methods, SOPs, and quality policies of the laboratory
• Ensure that tests are performed accurately and in a timely manner
• Prepare legible and accurate data and raw records for further review
• Perform method validation and measurement uncertainty evaluations for tests
• Perform calibration and maintenance for the equipment used for tests.
• Upkeep cleanliness of work areas, apparatus and equipment after use
• Maintain adequate laboratory inventory (reagents, chemicals, and consumables) to support testing operations

Result Reporting & Vendor (Sub-Contractor) Management

• Evaluate test results
• Deliver reports on test results to clients
• Manage workflow of jobs assigned to sub-contractors and monitor delivery of work in a timely and accurate manner
• At all times, adopt safe behaviour by exercising due regard for the Health and Safety of employees and clients, in line with company policies and procedures
• Adhere to ISO 17025 standards and internal QA/QC requirements
• Perform any other duties as assigned by Supervisor and/or Management

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry or equivalent
• Minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience in a testing laboratory
• Communicate effectively in English, both written and oral
• Able to solve problems, troubleshoot test results, and implement the necessary corrective actions.
• Must be able to multi-task and work effectively in fast paced environment
• Familiarity with ISO 17025 laboratory quality management systems is an added advantage

Additional Information

What we offer: As an employer, we’re keen to look after our people with as much dedication as they look after our patients. That’s why we offer competitive salaries, excellent training and exceptional career prospects. We’re a growing and ambitious company, so there is huge potential here to develop with us and enjoy fantastic rewards in your career.

Your data: 
As part of any recruitment process, the company collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. The company is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data and to meeting its data protection obligations.

Eurofins is an Equal Opportunities Company.