QC Chemist (Raw Materials)

The work we do at Eurofins Professional Scientific Services (PSS) matters—and so do our employees. We are committed to your professional growth, offering opportunities to break into the biopharmaceutical industry and advance your career from the ground up. At Eurofins PSS, you’ll find supportive teams, strong training, work-life balance, and a competitive benefits package.

Eurofins Scientific is a global leader in life sciences testing, providing analytical services across pharmaceutical, food, environmental, and clinical industries. Our work helps ensure the safety, authenticity, and quality of the products people rely on every day

Eurofins PSS is seeking aQC Chemist (Raw Materials) to support the launch and operation of a new raw materials testing laboratory. This position will perform routine and non-routine analytical testing in acGMP environment while contributing to a collaborative, start-up lab setting.

Training will be conducted in bothGaithersburg, MD and Frederick, MD.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform raw materials testing in accordance withGxP, SOPs, and compendial methods (USP/NF, Ph. Eur., JP)
• Conductwet chemistry, HPLC/UPLC, GC, and FTIR analyses
• Accurately document all work using laboratory notebooks, logbooks, and electronic systems
• Review and evaluate data against specifications; report out-of-specification or abnormal results
• Troubleshoot instrumentation and perform basic maintenance
• Supportdeviations, investigations, change controls, and CAPAs
• Author and revise SOPs and technical documentation
• Performdata review and documentation verification
• Assist with method implementation and process improvements
• Maintain lab organization usingLean/6 Sigma principles, including inventory and sample management
• Collaborate with team members while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Minimum Requirements

• BS in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field
• 3+ years of pharmaceutical QC experience, including wet lab testing
• Hands-on experience withraw materials testing
• Proficiency inHPLC/UPLC, GC, and FTIR
• Familiarity withcompendial methods and physiochemical testing (e.g., pH, appearance, wet chemistry)
• Strong understanding ofcGMP and documentation practices
• Proficiency withMicrosoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Preferred Skills

• Strong attention to detail with commitment todata integrity (ALCOA)
• Experience inLean lab practices
• Effective troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work bothindependently and collaboratively

Position is Full Time, Monday-Friday, 8am-5 pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Gaithersburg, MD, are encouraged to apply

Excellent full-time benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holiday
• Yearly goal-based bonus & eligibility for merit-based increases
• Base Compensation: $31-$40 per hour based on education and experience

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.