Company Description
The work we do at Eurofins Professional Scientific Services matters, and so do our employees. At Eurofins PSS, we put a focus on your professional growth. We provide our employees the ability to break into the biopharmaceutical industry and grow from the bottom up. We have the supportive teams and tools available to invest in you while also affording you work-life balance and a competitive benefits package.
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.
If you’re looking for a rewarding career, a place to call home, apply with us today!
Job Description
The Analytical Instrmentation Specialist will be responsible for overseeing activities within an analytical laboratory. Key responsibilities include overseeing equipment maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting to ensure optimal performance and reliability. The candidate is also expected to train and mentor junior lab members and collaborate with key stakeholders in lab related activities.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee all aspects of instrument operations for an R&D analytical laboratory including maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair
- Hands-on troubleshooting of basic issues along with coordination with instrument vendors on preventive maintenance and repairs as needed
- Serve as point of contact with additional internal/external stakeholders (lab operations, facilities, IT, instrument vendor, etc.) for lab related activities, such as instrument installation, PM, and relocation
- Train and mentor junior lab members on proper instrument operation and data analysis using common CDS software packages including Empower, Openlab CDS, Chemstation, and Masslynx
- Ensure the safety of lab-based personnel working in the analytical lab area by collaborating with EHS and lab safety teams
- Perform other activities as required
Qualifications
Basic Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in chemistry, pharmaceutical science, or related scientific discipline
- At least 3 years of hands-on experience in daily operation and troubleshooting of HPLC (Agilent, Waters) and GC Systems (Agilent)
- Must be proficient with Empower software
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Highly self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented with a can-do attitude
- The ability to commute between two different sites within Cambridge, MA as needed; public transportation is encouraged
Preferred Qualifications:
- At least 3 years of hands-on experience operating and troubleshooting LC-MS (Agilent, Waters)
- In-depth knowledge and experience with Openlab and Masslynx softwares
Additional Information
Position is Full Time, Monday – Friday, 8am-5:00pm with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Cambridge, MA are encouraged to apply.
What we offer:
- Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Yearly goal-based bonus & eligibility for merit-based increases
- Compensation: $35-$55 per hour
Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
