Food Product Testing Specialist

Eurofins Scientific Inc. is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Food Product Testing Specialist to join our team in Des Moines this role you will provide advanced technical leadership in the oversight development and optimization of food product testing operations. You will leverage your expertise in analytical chemistry to ensure scientific rigor data integrity and regulatory compliance across testing programs while working collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a primarily remote environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide technical leadership in the development validation verification and transfer of analytical methods for food testing including chemical contaminants residues and nutritional analyses.
Critically evaluate complex analytical datasets (e.g. chromatographic and mass spectrometric data) ensuring scientific validity accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.

Collaborate with intercompany facilities to manage client product testing and timely delivery of results major US site locations: California Iowa New Orleans Wisconsin
Review and interpret data generated from advanced instrumentation (HPLC GC LC-MS/MS ICP-MS) identifying trends anomalies and potential sources of error..
Lead and support complex investigations (OOS/OOT) applying root cause analysis methodologies and implementing scientifically justified corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
Provide expert-level troubleshooting support by diagnosing method instrumentation or matrix-related issues in collaboration with on-site laboratory teams.
Oversee method transfer and comparability studies ensuring reproducibility and alignment across laboratories and client requirements.
Develop and review technical documentation including validation protocols study reports risk assessments and scientific justifications.
Ensure data integrity through rigorous review of electronic records audit trails and compliance with regulatory expectations (e.g. ISO HACCP GMP where applicable).
Collaborate with Quality Assurance and regulatory teams to support audits inspections and responses to regulatory inquiries.
Act as a technical subject matter expert (SME) for analytical chemistry within food testing operations supporting internal teams and client engagements.
Provide advanced training and mentorship to laboratory and junior staff on analytical techniques data interpretation and scientific best practices.
Liaise with clients to provide high-level technical consultation interpret results and support method selection or problem-solving efforts.
Stay current with emerging analytical technologies instrumentation and regulatory developments relevant to food safety and testing.
Support operational strategy by identifying opportunities for process optimization efficiency gains and scientific innovation.

Track and manage change requests from internal and external sources

Assisting with logistics for timely sending and receiving samples ensuring proper tracking and handling customs matters (FDA compliance)

Qualifications :

Required Qualifications:

Bachelors degree ( 5 years experience) or Masters degree (1 year experience) in Analytical Chemistry Chemistry Food Science or a closely related scientific discipline
5-10 years of experience in analytical laboratory environments
Advanced expertise in chromatographic and spectrometric techniques (HPLC GC LC-MS/MS ICP-MS or similar)
Strong understanding of method development validation and lifecycle management
In-depth knowledge of regulatory and quality standards (ISO HACCP GMP/GLP as applicable)
Demonstrated ability to interpret complex analytical data and solve technical challenges
Proficiency in statistical analysis and data evaluation tools
Excellent technical writing and documentation skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team-oriented environment
Strong organizational and project management skills

Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) and electronic data integrity principles
Experience supporting audits and regulatory inspections
Knowledge of food chemistry contaminants and regulatory limits
Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (e.g. Lean Six Sigma)

WORKING CONDITIONS:

This position is primarily remote involving advanced data analysis technical review and virtual collaboration.
Occasional on-site presence may be required for critical investigations audits or method transfer activities.
Extended periods of computer-based work including data evaluation and report writing.
Flexibility to accommodate project timelines cross-functional collaboration and occasional extended hours.
Work is conducted in a secure digital environment to ensure data integrity and regulatory compliance.

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 USA Food Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time