HPLC Analyst I - Biopharma Product Testing

About the role

Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing is hiring an HPLC Analyst I to report to the Department Head - Chemistry in its Biopharmaceutical Chemistry Testing Laboratory. The role provides basic technical support and analysis in a deadline-based, high-pressure environment with ongoing client projects. Relocation to Mississauga, ON is expected in 2026.

Key responsibilities

• Analyze APIs, raw materials and finished products for assay, impurities and dissolution using HPLC/GC with minimal supervision
• Recognize OOS or out-of-trend results and help the lab manager complete investigations
• Prepare samples and mobile phases, and run analyses on HPLC/UPLC, GC, UV, IR, FTIR and KF instruments
• Write lab reports, lab books and SOPs, and document work accurately
• Troubleshoot methods and instruments, and coordinate method transfers between R&D and QC groups
• Assess risk of compendial method compliance per USP, EP and other regulations
• Mentor junior staff and train new hires on instrument operation, calibration and preventive maintenance
• Perform general lab duties such as cleaning, supply ordering and assisting with instrument training and maintenance

Required profile

• B.Sc. in Chemistry or a diploma in a related field; a solid chemistry background is mandatory
• 5 to 10 years of experience with analytical instrumentation and pharmaceutical testing
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and to interpret routine tests
• Experience writing protocols and executing methods directly from the USP or EP pharmacopoeia
• Contract laboratory experience is an asset
• Working conditions: standing more than 50% of the time, light lifting up to 30 lbs, shift work, overtime and occasional weekends/evenings

Required skills

• Proficiency with GC, HPLC, LC-MS/MS and GC-MS
• Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Pharmaceutical data acquisition software such as Empower, Chromeleon, e-LIMS and ETQ
• GMP/GLP compliance and knowledge of USP and EP

What we offer

• Health and dental coverage, life and disability insurance
• RRSP with a 3% company match
• Paid holidays and paid time off