Analyst II HPLC/GC - Eurofins Cosmetics & Personal Care, Inc.

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 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 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 61,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of ca. 900 laboratories in 61 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 6.515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

Reporting directly to the Department Head - Chemistry, the Analyst II will be responsible for providing basic technical support and analysis within the Cosmetic and Personal Care Product Testing Laboratory. This is a high-pressure work environment with meeting tight deadlines, multitasking on several projects for a variety of clients.

The Analyst II will have over 5 years of laboratory testing experience with demonstrated ability to complete more complex role/duties. Has handled variety of instrumentation for analytical testing and will be able to work independently with minimal/no supervision. A suitable candidate must be energetic, well-organized, self-disciplined and flexible. Excellent and efficient communication is a mandatory requirement in order to interact within the Team and with other staff members, in a fast-paced environment, sometimes under pressure, while remaining proactive, resourceful, and efficient. A high level of professionalism and confidentiality is crucial to this role.

The Analyst II must:

• Proficient in operating GC/HPLC/LC-MS/MS/GC-MS
• Ensures that all work is carried out in compliance with company Safety policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP/GLP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Analyze APIs and Finished products for Assay, Impurities, Identification and Limit test studies using  HPLC /GC instrument with minimum supervision;
• Recognizes OOS or out of trend results and assist laboratory manager in the completion of lab investigations.
• Review technical data, documents, methods, protocols as required;
• Assisting in instrument calibration/qualification/maintenance in co-operation with Calibration Team;
• Proficient in Microsoft office programs (Outlook, Word, and Excel).
• Hands on experience with analytical data acquisition software e.g. Chromeleon, e-LIMS, ETQ etc.
• Troubleshoot technical issues/ difficulties with methods and instruments;
• Perform Method Transfers and Method Validations in coordination with Dept.Head;
• Promote and maintain a safe and healthy working laboratory environment in compliance with established health and safety procedures.
• Be experienced on a number of wide variety  of routine wet chemistry methods and procedures, such as Specific Gravity, Viscosity, Water Determination by KF, etc..;
• Strong interpretation of routine analysis or tests.
• Have In-depth understanding of chromatography principles, types and techniques.
• Have high troubleshooting skills, both with instruments and methods;
• Be able to write clear, attributable lab reports with minimal to no corrections;
• Be able to read, understand and interpret any type of Pharmacopoeia, including the references to general chapters;
• Be able to work under GMP guidelines, and be proficient with USP/EP/BP testing.
• Write Method Modifications and Method Review Forms in accordance with internal procedures;
• Be competent in research and study skills to learn about innovative methodologies and equipment used for problem solving and troubleshooting
• Be accountable for  the integrity and traceability of all data generated and reported;
• Order necessary supplies and study materials and assist in writing procedure manuals;
• Perform other duties as assigned by Laboratory Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sample preparation and Mobile phases preparation;
• Documentation: Ensuring accurate reporting in lab books;
• Using a wide range of sophisticated equipment and instruments to conduct analysis and research and trouble shoot instrumentation/methods;
• Perform other departmental tasks such as cleaning, supply ordering, logbooks review;
• Perform analytical tests utilizing HPLC/UPLC, GC, UV, IR, FTIR, KF and other laboratory instruments;
• Mentoring/training junior staff members;
• Calibration and preventive maintenance of GCMS/GC/HPLC/ LC-MS/MS, etc .
• Writing SOPs;
• Ensure that work is performed in compliance with good manufacturing practices (GMP), standard operating procedures (SOPs) and the current test method;
• Participation in meetings and routine Lab Support Operations,  contribution to Lab Audit preparations in assistance with tasks assigned by QA and QC Management.

Qualifications

Education:

• A B.Sc. degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or diploma in related filed;
• A solid background and understanding of Chemistry is mandatory;
• Computer proficiency- Microsoft Office , especially Excel.

Experience:

• 5-10 years working with analytical instrumentation;
• Ability to work directly from the USP or EP pharmacopeia to write protocols and execute methods;
• Experience working in contract Laboratory considered an asset;
• Experience working with Cosmetic Products, such as creams, lotions, ointments and other challenging matrixes.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position will be working in a laboratory environment where standing is required for greater than 50% of the time to work at the bench for analyses. Light lifting requirements of no more than 20 lbs. Evening and weekend shift work may be required.

Additional Information

At Eurofins we offer excellent full-time benefits including health & dental coverage, life and disability insurance, RRSP with 3% company match, paid holidays, paid time off.

Accommodation: Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process, or those needing job postings in an alternative format, may e-mail a request via the website at www.eurofins.ca.

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received international recognition as a great place to work. To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website at www.eurofins.ca

We thank all applicants within commuting distance of GTA, Ontario for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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