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 Associate Scientist/ Scientist to support our Professional Scientific Services group in Foster City, CA

Seeking candidates of all experience levels! Relocation considered for eligible applicants

Method Development Associate responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Advance your career by helping to develop and produce medicines that contribute to healthier and safer lives
• Work as a team to develop and optimize new methods and formulations that will treat pediatric patients
• Plan and execute assigned experiments that support non-routine development activities and project goals
• Develop methods and support analytical testing of methods including UPLC/HPLC, Dissolution, GC, Thermogravimetric DSC/TGA, and KF titration
• Perform data analysis and troubleshoot methods and instrumentation
• Think creatively to recommend alternatives, research new methods or techniques, and proactively bring solutions to challenges.
• Prepare data for presentation, assist in generating technical reports, and collaborate with other teams in the department
• Perform review and peer review of analytical data
• Write protocols, technical reports, and transfer methods internally and externally

The ideal candidate would possess:

• Experience in developing new methods and analyzing data using compendial methods
• Success in developing small molecule analytical chemistry methods
• Understanding of experimentation and data analysis using Empower software (Version III)
• Experience developing and troubleshooting dissolution methods
• Previous experience conducting and analyzing samples for analytical methods such as UPLC/HPLC, Dissolution, Thermogravimetric DSC/TGA, GC, and KF titrations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and experience interacting with people from a wide range of skill levels and experience
• Ability to communicate complex scientific findings and recommendations in one-on-one discussions and departmental meetings
• Demonstrated ability to work as an independent, self-motivated, detail-oriented, result-driven and highly flexible team-player in a fast-paced working environment
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies

• B.S. in relevant scientific concentration with 1- 5 years of relevant experience in an analytical GMP regulated environment
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., with overtime as needed.  Candidates willing to relocate to or near a commutable distance of Foster City, California are encouraged to apply.

As a Eurofins Lancaster Labs employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work.  We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays and time-off, and dental and vision options.   To learn more about Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, please explore our website  www.lancasterlabs.com   

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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