About this role
The Sr. Research Scientist Level I is accountable to the Senior Group Leader - SSRD & Process Analytical, for all activities relating research and development. The Sr. Research Scientist I, SSRD is a key contributor to the ongoing research within the SSRD group.
The majority of the work performed is considered to be non-GMP. This position requires University Degree in Chemistry (either PhD or MSc as a minimum).
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Core:
Follow Environmental, Health and Safety rules/regulations and report any workplace incidents, injuries or accidents immediately Adhere to the policies and guidelines set out in the Eurofins Alphora Employee HandbookWork harmoniously with all fellow employeesDesign and perform crystallization process development experimentations to achieve desired polymorph and optimized crystallization processDesign and execute high throughput experiments to explore synthetic organic reactions as well as polymorphs, salts and co-crystal formationsPerform experiments to monitor physicochemical stability of active pharmaceutical ingredients under accelerated conditionsConduct fundamental physicochemical characterization of active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) using X-ray Powder Diffraction (XRPD), dynamic vapor sorption (DVS), Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), Thermal Gravimetric Analysis (TGA), Liquid Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR), Particle Size Analyzer, Optical Microscope and Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM)Support project management by generating plans and timelines, preparing regular project updates, participating in the meetings, communicating to the clients and other departments on project-related issues, generating interim and final reportsAuthor project updates and process development reportsWork neatly to maintain the laboratory in an organized state Additional:
May be required to assist technology transfer activities in manufacturing facilitiesAdhere to relevant SOPs and other regulation while attending and performing operations in cGMP areasInstrument maintenance under supervision of SSRD Group LeaderSSRD lab maintenance in collaboration with other SSRD team members MSc or PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry or Pharmaceutical SciencesRelevant experience: 1 to 5 years for PhD or 5-10 years for MScStrong experience in the use of FBRM and/or HTS equipmentDemonstrated strong organizational skills Experience in crystallization scale-upsExcellent teamwork abilitiesCOMMUNICATION AND CONTACTS:
Within the Company
Interacts with Analytical Services and Research and Development departmentsQuality Assurance for preparation of regulatory documents (e.g. specifications, IPC, CMC section for submission etc.)Outside of the Company
Interacts with various contractors and suppliers of services and equipmentSupports communication with clients 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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