Scientist, Medical Device | Chemistry - EAG Laboratories
Scientist, Medical Device | Chemistry - EAG Laboratories
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Job Description
EAG Laboratories a Eurofins company has over 40 years experience in materials and engineering testing services. EAG is a global leader in scientific services with a portfolio of analytical methods. We offer a consultative multi-disciplinary approach to solving your materials and engineering related product problems. As thought leaders in investigative science we set the global standard for materials and engineering testing services.
EAG is actively seeking a Scientist for our Medical Device team to assist in data interpretation of GCMS and LCMS instruments. Our laboratory in Maryland Heights Missouri provides organic chemistry testing specializing in investigative analytical chemistry. Examples of this includes evaluating the label claims of consumer products reverse engineering pharmaceuticals/nutritional supplements contaminant identification determining sources of off odors/flavors/colors extractables and leachables of consumer electronics testing medical devices and much much more.
Example of a case study:
Client is attempting to get their medical device approved by FDA for market and clinical use. This requires chemical characterization by ISO 10993-18 a service offered by EAG Laboratories. Client sends the devices to EAG. The analytical team extracts the devices in various solvents analyzes the extracts by LCMS and GCMS (and other techniques) and identifies all peaks (extractables) above a specified reporting limit. The extractables are ultimately assessed by a toxicologist for safety/risk. An individual in this role would be conducting the interpretation (identification) of the LCMS and/or GCMS extractable data. This would be high-throughput moderate-paced location-flexible work (primarily on-site but able to be done remotely as needed).
Example of equipment used:
Software relevant to LCMS and GCMS data interpretation:
- Compound Discoverer
- Trace Finder
- Unknowns Analysis
- Mass Hunter
Employees are expected to comply with ISO 27001 standard and company requirements for Information security.
Qualifications :
- MS degree in Chemistry/related field with 3 years of industry experience or PhD in Chemistry/related field with 1 years of industry experience.
- LCMS and/or GCMS data interpretation is required.
- Instrument operation alone is not sufficient - must have experience with data interpretation/compound identification.
- LCMS/GCMS & laboratory experience/familiarity with several techniques.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Excel in particular.
- Excellent professional verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail & critical observer of results and processes.
- An understanding of method development and validation processes.
What would set you apart
Experience with.....
- Thermo LCMS data interpretation or Agilent GCMS data interpretation.
- Compound Discoverer (LCMS) or Unknown Analysis (GCMS).
- Unknown compound identification.
- High resolution data.
We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position. We are looking for someone with relevant skills and experience not a checklist that exactly matches the job description. We want to help you grow and in return you help us grow into a stronger more inclusive organization.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 80% of the time.
- Ability to continuously operate a personal computer or lab equipment for extended periods of time (4 or more hours).
- Ability to operate a keyboard and other lab equipment use a telephone access file cabinets and other items stored at various levels including overhead
- Ability to communicate clearly and understandably ensure an accurate exchange of information in normal conversational distance over the telephone and in a group setting.
- Ability to handle small and fragile devices with tweezers and /or fingers.
- Require close distance visual acuity with or without correction (Glasses Contacts etc.)
- Must be willing and able to wear PPE such as hard-hat steel-toed shoes safety glasses laboratory coat and/or any other devices or equipment that is required.
- Learn new tasks remember processes maintain focus complete tasks independently make timely decisions in the context of a workflow ability to communicate with visitors ability to complete tasks in situations that have a speed or productivity quota.
- Ability to move equipment or items up to 50 lbs.
The essential physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability or special need we would like to know how we can better accommodate you.
Additional Information :
Schedule: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
What Its Like to Work Here:
Teamwork: be inspired by your leaders be encouraged by your teammates and be supported in all parts of your journey while you work with us.
Learning & Development: take on career development programs and goal setting to create big possibilities for your career and life. Develop within the company; be mentored and grow as a leader.
Diversity & Authenticity: we work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work every day.
Benefits & Perks to Foster Work/Life Balance:
Medical Dental and Vision Coverage
401k Company Matching
Paid Time Off
Wellness Program
Education Assistance
and more!
Eurofins EAG Laboratories is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination harassment and retaliation in all of our employment EAG Laboratories recruits hires trains promotes and administers all employment-related mattersbased onan individuals qualificationsabilitiesand efforts. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex age national origin citizenship status sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression pregnancy genetic information disability military and/or protected veteran status and/or any other category protected by applicable federal state or local law.
If you enjoy being immersed in science or engineering tackling problems head-on finding solutions through teamwork and taking pride in accomplishments join us today! Check out our other opportunities: USA Material Sciences is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Eurofins USA Material Sciences is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
