Associate Analytical Chemist

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is a global leader in life sciences testing, helping make life and our environment safer, healthier, and more sustainable. Every day, our laboratories support the safety and quality of the food we eat, the water we drink, and the medicines we rely on.

With more than 58,000 employees across 900 laboratories in over 54 countries, Eurofins provides a wide range of analytical testing services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food, environmental, and consumer product industries. Our teams perform over 200,000 analytical methods, delivering trusted scientific results that help customers ensure the safety, identity, quality, and purity of their products.

Joining Eurofins means becoming part of a global network of scientists and innovators who are passionate about advancing science and improving lives. Whether you're launching your career or building on existing laboratory experience, you'll have opportunities to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact through your work.

Job Description

Eurofins BPT-Columbia is seeking an Associate Analytical Chemist to join our Trace Analytical Structural Chemistry (TASC) team.

This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates and early-career scientists looking to launch their careers in analytical chemistry. As an Associate Analytical Chemist, you will gain hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation, support research and development studies, and contribute to the generation of high-quality scientific data in a regulated laboratory environment.

Working alongside experienced scientists, you will develop your technical expertise while supporting studies that help advance pharmaceutical and biotechnology products.

What You'll Do

• Perform laboratory testing and analysis following SOPs, protocols, and study requirements
• Generate accurate, reliable, and high-quality experimental data
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot analytical instrumentation
• Document laboratory activities in accordance with cGMP and/or GLP requirements
• Support research and development projects through testing and data collection
• Analyze, interpret, and communicate scientific results
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams while managing project timelines and priorities
• Maintain a safe, organized, and compliant laboratory environment

Qualifications

Preferred Experience

• Hands-on experience with HPLC and/or GC instrumentation
• Laboratory experience gained through internships, undergraduate research, academic coursework, or industry positions
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills
• Experience with GLP, GMP, and/or LIMS is a plus
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without sponsorship

Additional Information

Position is full-time, working Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-4:30 pm., plus any additional hours as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance to Columbia, MO 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

If you're passionate about science, eager to learn, and ready to gain hands-on experience with HPLC, GC, and analytical testing, apply today and start your career with Eurofins.

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.