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 50,000 staff across a network of more than 900 independent companies in over 50 countries and operating more than 800 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 2020, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 5.4 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Scientist to join our Analytical Chemistry team in Dungarvan Co Waterford.

The purpose of this role is to carry out scientific test procedures on client samples and produce accurate results within an acceptable time frame using company procedures and also to be responsible for completion of the more technically challenging analysis.  This person will also work to develop any ancillary procedures associated with the methods and technical systems used; ensuring customer samples are completed within their required specifications.

This role includes an expectation that provided appropriate training has been provided and a suitable level of technical competency and knowledge has been achieved, the Scientist will support complex analytical testing and high knowledge projects.  This may be achieved by performing additional duties or functions (e.g. data review) that will be commensurate with your training and skillset.

Job Responsibilities

• This person will carry out the non-routine tasks in the laboratory or carry out the particular type(s) of analysis assigned to them, back filling for analysts as required.
• Responsible for developing and validating new tests and procedures for company and clients.
• Responsible for the completion of specific technological projects and writing up the results of these projects accurately, confidentially and on time for the clients.
• Scientists are permitted to sign all technical documents once their training in this task is successfully completed.  This includes laboratory reports, SOPs, protocols, investigation reports and any other documentation issued.
• Deputising for management as required.
• Responsible for updating any relevant documentation as required.
• Responsible for direct communication with clients in an appropriate manner.
• To liaise closely with the Section Manager to ensure that resources are available to guarantee that testing activities are completed to customer’s timelines.
• Responsible for the review of test methods for quotation purposes.
• Responsible for continually liaising with management, customers and other members of the organisation on any relevant problem areas or enhancements to the business.
• To identify any opportunities for improvement of quality and service and work with the team to implement continuous improvement.

• Degree in a Scientific discipline
• 5+ years’ experience in a regulated GMP laboratory environment 
• Analytical techniques (HPLC, LC-MS, GC, UV-Vis and Dissolution) 
• Able to perform moderately complex and complex laboratory activities
• Good team player, organised, accurate, have strong documentation skills
• Passionate about quality and customer service.
• Good communication skills both internally and externally.