Scientist III – Mass Spectrometry - Eurofins PSS Canada, Inc.

Job description

The Scientist III will apply scientific expertise to select appropriate assays for the characterization and quality control of vaccines and other products to support the manufacturing processes and develop test methods for use as release, stability, and/or characterization assays for new vaccine products. Test method development encompasses literature search, feasibility assessment, assay optimization, and qualification/validation. This position: implements and maintains GxP compliant instruments and testing where required; keeps informed of relevant quality, regulatory, and GxP environments and regulations; provides scientific guidance for data interpretation, analysis and suitability of test methods; keeps abreast of relevant technology development and assists with implementation of new technologies into the Platform with a technical focus on mass spectrometry. EDUCATION . Degree with a minimum of 4-6 years of relevant work experience; Ph.D. in Biochemistry or related field with a minimum of 2-4 years of relevant experience preferred KEY QUALIFICATIONS Familiarity with testing in compliance with current regulations is preferred Experience in the following: Intact protein MS HDX-MS Peptide based workflows LC-MS small molecule and peptide quantification Chromatographic separation techniques such as RPLC and HILIC Glycoproteomics Lipidomics and metabolomics are assets Specific experience in the development of liquid chromatography - mass spectrometry workflows (LC-MS) for biomolecules/vaccines and process impurities Familiarity with a broad range of protein/peptide/biomolecule workflows and mass spectrometry instrumentation including nano chromatography and/or analytical chromatography applications Experience with QTOF, Orbitrap or triple quadrupole MS systems Experience in maintaining laboratories and equipment in cGMP and/or GLP compliance. Proven verbal and written communication, organizational and team skills are required WORKING CONDITIONS This position will be working in a laboratory environment where most of the time will be standing or sitting at a lab bench, or sitting at a desk working on a computer. Light-intermediate lifting requirements of no more than 30 lbs. Hazardous materials are handled using established safety procedures and appropriate PPE. Shift work and extra hours may be required, as well as working periodic weekends and/or evenings. 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 . 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 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. This posting is supported by AI technology to assist in screening candidates and resumes. This posting is for a current vacancy and the successful candidate will start as soon as possible. Disclaimer: Salary information posted on sites other than the official careers page does not reflect the organization’s compensation and may represent estimated ranges provided by third-party job boards. The organization offers competitive wages and a comprehensive total rewards package, which will be discussed during the interview process. NO AGENCIES, CALLS OR EMAILS PLEASE 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 2025, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 7.296 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.