Description
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics 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, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.
In over 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 61,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of ca. 900 laboratories in 61 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.
In 2023, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
Job Description** Note: this role is working for Eurofins at a designated client's site in North York, ON **
We are seeking an experienced scientist with a proven track record of advancing the development of new vaccine projects, specifically focusing on formulations, including adjuvant technologies to provide comprehensive assistance by conducting formulation development work using an automation platform and high throughput analytical methods. The successful candidate will leverage cutting-edge automation platforms and high-throughput analytical methods to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of formulation development.
Key Responsibilities
Provide specialized support in formulation development through the application of automation platforms and high-throughput analytical methods, including comprehensive framework for the support of formulation and stability efforts, facilitating successful delivery of new vaccine projects.
- Formulation Development:
- Design and execute formulation development experiments for vaccines
- Optimize formulations to enhance stability, efficacy, and manufacturability
- High-Throughput Analytical Methods:
- Develop and validate analytical methods to characterize vaccine formulations rapidly and efficiently
- Conduct stability studies and assess the physical and chemical properties of formulations
- Collaboration and Coordination:
- Liaise with vendors for the procurement and maintenance of automation equipment
- Work closely with technical subject matter experts to refine workflows and troubleshooting protocols
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and progress on project milestones
- Assist in performing instrument troubleshooting and maintenance and repairs
- Data Management and Reporting:
- Collect, analyze, and interpret data from formulation experiments and stability studies
- Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations
- Generate proteomic datasets for disease profiling and mechanism of action studies
- Continuous Improvement:
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiency in formulation development
- Stay updated with advancements in automation and analytical methods relevant to vaccine development
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- BS + 4-6 years of relevant experience, MS + 2-3 years of experience, or PhD + 0-2 years of experience
- Experience designing and executing vaccine formulation development using automation platforms
- Proven track record of making operations more efficient and maintaining high standards of proficiency and compliance
- Proven track record of well-documenting experiments to provide a foundation for replicating successful strategies, making it easier to scale operations
- Strong troubleshooting skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work in a collaborative environment
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task several projects
Preferred Qualifications
- Engineering background with strengths in analytical characterization methods
- Experience with Freeslate CM3 automation systems
Additional Information
At Eurofins we offer excellent full-time benefits including health & dental coverage, life and disability insurance, RRSP with 3% company match, paid holidays, paid time off.
Accommodation: Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process, or those needing job postings in an alternative format, may e-mail a request via the website at www.eurofins.ca
As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received international recognition as a great place to work. To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website at www.eurofins.ca
We thank all applicants within commuting distance of GTA, Ontario for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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