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Analytical Chemist I

Eurofins USA Food Testing

Analytical Chemist I

Brea, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    • Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
    • Regular attendance and punctuality
    • Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
    • Organizes and conducts routine analyses independently and in compliance with applicable methods, protocols, SOPs and regulatory agency guidelines
    • Documents work and maintains study documentation and laboratory records
    • Independently able to use and perform basic troubleshooting of laboratory equipment and software appropriate for assigned tasks, while learning to perform routine and non-routine maintenance
    • Provides input and participates in project meetings
    • Performs peer review and QC review of data
    • Performs assigned workload on a daily basis and effectively completes multiple assignments.
    • Contributes to a cohesive team environment and maintains a positive attitude.  Plans individual workload in coordination with team members.
    • Maintains a clean and safe laboratory work environment
    • Understands data generated, and history of methods.
    • Recognizes deviations from normal results and inform Study Director, Principal Investigator, and/or management of any problems and/or deviations that may affect the integrity of the data and participates in corrective action of problems.
    • Identifies problems, determines appropriate actions, and implements solutions with support or independently as appropriate.
    • Able to adapt to new procedures or particular needs as directed.
    • Able to identify critical steps in an assay.
    • Leads process improvement initiatives.
    • Completes all required training courses.
    • Trains and assists less experienced staff
    • May assist in optimizing and validating methods for a variety of matrices
    • Participates in client visits or calls as needed
    • Learns to write text for reports, methods and, or protocols
    • Knowledge of departmental procedures and policies
    • Viewed as a resource within their team
    • Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
    • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field (laboratory experience may be substituted for a degree)
    • 1-3 years working in a chemistry laboratory setting highly preferred
    • Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
    • May work with potentially hazardous materials
    • Will be exposed to potential food allergens (ex: milk, tree nuts, peanuts, fish, shellfish, etc)
    • Overtime and weekend work as required
    • Work requires some standing and sitting for long periods of time, including working within a laboratory hood and standing at a bench top
    • Work requires use of PPE (personal protective equipment)

    Additional Information

    As a Eurofins 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, vacation, personal days, and dental and vision options.