Staff Scientist, Ecotoxicology

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environment and pharmaceutical products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and for supporting clinical studies. In addition, Eurofins is one of the key emerging players in specialty clinical diagnostic testing in Europe and the USA.

Group’s key figures are approx. 3.8 billion Euros turnover, over 800 laboratories across 50 countries and about 50,000 staff.

Job Description

With over 30 years of experience in the crop protection industry, Eurofins Agroscience Services offers outstanding technical knowledge and project management skills.  By acquiring a carefully selected range of CRO’s, Eurofins Agroscience Services has created a unique portfolio of expertise that provides analytical, regulatory, and field support to plant breeders, agrochemical, biopesticide, biocide, and fine chemical manufacturers.

Eurofins Agroscience Services is searching for a Staff Scientist, Ecotoxicology to work in Easton, MD.

Staff Scientist responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Plans own work and may supervise the day-to-day activities in a laboratory/greenhouse setting under prescribed processes (protocols, standard operating procedures, methods, etc.)
• Examine test organisms for signs of illness, disease, and/or injury sustained in the laboratory/greenhouse.
• Collect and analyze biological data
• Provides guidance to technical staff on the proper conduct of study assignments
• Completes highly complex work for research and development under GLP guidelines for studies, documentation, etc.
• Performs data analysis, first level and peer review of data. 
• Writes reports on studies.
• Works with independence on studies and assignments.
• Typically serves as project leader/study director on assigned projects and may serve as technical leader within a group or team.
• Serves as point of contact for internal and external customers.
• Trains staff on techniques.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate would possess:

• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• M.S. degree in an appropriate field (e.g. biology, agronomy, environmental science, or plant science) preferred with 10 years of experience in plant testing or greenhouse work. Candidates with a lesser degree but with longer direct experience will also be considered.
• Ability to prepare chemical solutions and provide supporting calculations.
• Familiarity with or aptitude for basic statistical analyses.
• Ability to read and understand scientific information and use this knowledge to generate coherent reports.
• Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Actively looking for ways to help people.
• Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information

Position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., with overtime as needed.  Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Easton, MD are encouraged to apply.

 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 and vacation, personal days, and dental and vision options.

To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website www.eurofinsus.com.

 What Happens Next
 
Our people are the backbone of what we do, so it’s incredibly important we find the right individuals to join us. As a potential new recruit you’ll be invited to meet the team in the form of an assessment centre or a staged interview process dependent on the role and it’s requirements, this will give you the opportunity to see what working for Eurofins is really like and enable us to get you know your key skills and strengths. 
 
Your data 
 
As part of any recruitment process, the company collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. The company is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data and to meeting its data protection obligations.
 
Closing Date
 
We reserve the right to close or extend this position depending on application numbers. Therefore we would urge candidates to submit an application as early as possible.
 
Due to the high volume of applications we receive please be aware that if you do not receive a response within 4 weeks of the vacancy expiry date unfortunately, on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful. 

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

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