Research Chemist

Company Description
Interested in contributing to improving and saving lives? Eurofins Food Chemistry Madison is growing and we're looking for amazing team members to join us.
In 2021 we moved into a brand new ISO 17025 accredited laboratory in Madison, WI designed to conduct food chemistry testing specializing in infant formula, sole-source nutrition products, hemp and CBD, dietary supplements, and a variety of botanicals. Our testing portfolio includes vitamins, minerals, contaminants, pesticides and shelf-life studies.
We test of a variety of instrumentation including UPLC, HPLC, GC, and LCMS technologies. We offer an innovative and collaborative team environment, and the opportunity to develop expertise on a wide variety of analytical instruments! If you are looking for an opportunity to work for an exciting growth oriented company, we look forward to talking with you!
Job Description
Analyzes routine samples using established methods while demonstrating the ability to develop new methods and continuously improve processes with new techniques or technologies. Involved in the scientific progression of EFCT.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
• Organizes, conducts and evaluates analytical results and testing independently in compliance with applicable methods, protocols, SOP's and regulatory agency guidelines.
• Documents work, maintains study documentation and laboratory records.
• Independently sets-up, maintains, operates, and performs routine and non-routine maintenance on laboratory equipment and software, including problem identification and resolution.
• Leads project meetings, plans, monitors and guides project work,
• Performs peer review and QC review of data,
• Performs assigned workload on a daily basis and effectively completes multiple assignments.
• Promotes and contributes to a cohesive team environment and maintains a positive attitude. Plans individual workload in coordination with team members and plans team workload in coordination with supervisors or managers
• Maintains a clean and safe laboratory work environment
• Understands data generated, and history of methods.
• Recognizes deviations from normal results and informs Study Director, Principal Investigator, and/or management of any problems and/or deviations that may affect the integrity of the data and drives corrective action of problems.
• Identifies problems and performs modifications in test methods or procedures.
• Helps develop new procedures as needed or directed.
• Understands chemistry of all steps of multiple assays.
• Initiates, drives, implements and directs others in process improvement initiatives.
• Completes all required training courses.
• Trains, mentors, and assists less experienced staff.
• Sets up and performs optimization, and validation of various analytes in a variety of matrices, and assists in method development.
• Participates / leads client visits as needed, and communicates technical information.
• Evaluates data for incorporation into written reports.
• Writes reports, methods, protocols, and SOPs, and evaluates suggestions for modifications to test methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of departmental procedures and policies. May assist in modifications to these procedures and policies.
• Effectively plans and utilizes personnel and resources for timely completion of assigned projects.
• Drives the assessment and qualification of new equipment and instrumentation as appropriate.
• Assures technical staff compliance to SOPs and other regulatory agency guidelines.
• Viewed as a resource across EFII.
• Transfers, sets up and performs complex analyses using unfamiliar or new methods, utilizing EFII resources including scientific guidance as needed.
• Designs and independently conducts tests for chemistry projects and provide initial analysis.
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill or ability required.

• BS/BA degree in science plus at least 5+ years of previous laboratory experience. Relevant experience may be substituted for education.
• Experience with use and troubleshooting of analytical equipment.

• Basic knowledge of computers and software programs.

• Familiar with the use of standard laboratory equipment.
• Effective communication (verbal and written), presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to learn new tasks
• Ability to think critically and solve problems quickly and efficiently

Additional Information
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

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