Consider joining Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories where people are the most important element in our chemistry.  Celebrating 50 years of service, Lancaster Laboratories is a leading contract lab providing testing and research services in the environmental, pharmaceutical, and biopharmaceutical sciences to clients worldwide.

Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, a nationally recognized laboratory, is searching for an experienced Bioanalysis Scientist Group Leader to support our Professional Scientific Services group in San Diego, CA.  

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES FOR ROLE

(Technical Component)

• Develop analytical LC/MS/MS methods for the quantification of small molecules and/or biomarkers in a variety of sample matrix (i.e. plasma, blood, and tissue homogenates) to support PK/PKPD studies within the DMPK department
• Extraction of biological matrices following analytical procedures and SOP’s
• Determination of drug concentration levels
• Watson LIMS study set up
• Processing of mass spectrometric results
• LC instrumentation use and troubleshooting
• Mass spec tuning, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Demonstrate ability to learn new techniques, work with Senior level associates to solve problems, prepare technical reports; and evaluate new instrumentation or process techniques
• Ensures labs are clean, safe, and organized to ensure efficient performance of activities
• Adhere to all site safety, environmental and industry hygiene procedures and practices, and actively participate in maintaining and enhancing the safety of the workplace and the laboratories

(Supervisory Component)

• Lead and manage up to nine team members
• Create and drive a positive, inclusive, success-oriented, high performing team
• Track and monitor team performance using internal and external metrics
• Implement employee development opportunities including career growth, technical growth, leadership growth, and facilitate peer-to-peer cross training
• Identify and resolve service and personnel problems in a timely manner
• Escalate service and personnel problems, as needed
• Timecard approvals, PTO approvals, and other related administrative tasks
• Collaborate with and report to area leadership

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Experience in Ligand Binding Assays, MSD, and/or qPCR is a plus, but not a requirement
• Demonstrated effective communication, oral and written, in a multi-disciplinary, project-driven work environment
• Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, collaborative, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• May be required to work periodically out of normal business hours.
• Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, the ability to multitask, and effective interpersonal and communication skills are required

• BS in Biochemistry, Biology or Chemistry, or related field with 3-4+ years of industry experience, or MS with 2+ years of experience
• Leadership experience preferred
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Position is full-time, Monday through Friday (8 a.m.-5 p.m.), with overtime as needed.  Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of South San Diego, California are encouraged to apply.

Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services® (PSS) is a global, award-winning insourcing solution that places our people at our clients’ site dedicated to running and managing laboratory services while eliminating headcount, co-employment and project-management worries.

We infuse our 55-year track record of scientific and laboratory operations expertise, as well as HR and great place to work best practices, to recruit, hire, train and manage highly qualified scientists to perform laboratory services using our client’s quality systems and equipment.

We are looking forward to receiving your application including your expected salary and possible start date via our career website.

To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website www.eurofinsus.com.

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.