Instrument / Equipment Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Company 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 laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralized and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 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 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories is seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Instrument Specialist to support the maintenance, qualification, and lifecycle management of laboratory instrumentation and associated software with a focus on dissolution testing. In this role, you will help ensure our equipment remains in a validated, compliant state while supporting scientists and operational teams across the lab and in multiple functions. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands‑on technical work, problem‑solving, and collaborating with cross-functional partners in a dynamic GxP environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply GMP/GLP principles in daily activities.
• Maintain laboratory instruments and software systems in a validated and compliant state.
• Author and maintain equipment maintenance and calibration logs .
• Perform maintenance, qualification, and calibration of laboratory instruments.
• Coordinate with external vendors for maintenance, calibration, repair, and installation services.
• Troubleshoot and perform repairs on equipment as needed.
• Support instrument software validation activities, including upgrades, audit trail reviews, user account setup, and compliance checks .
• Assist with installation, configuration, and validation of instrument software and new laboratory equipment.
• Contribute to process improvements using LEAN principles.
• Collaborate with Quality to ensure proper onboarding and validation of equipment and software.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Provide technical assistance and training to system users and laboratory staff.
• Review and maintain GxP-compliant documentation from vendors and team members.
• Stay current with regulatory, validation, IT, and e-record requirements.
• Assist in integrating instrumentation with existing data center environments and workflows.
• Develop or enhance technical procedures, validation documentation, and training materials .
• Complete all work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned including solution preparations, testing setup/cleanup,

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a physical science discipline (chemistry, engineering, computer science, etc.).
  • Equivalent experience may be considered (two years of directly related industry experience may substitute for one year of college coursework).
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship .
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel .

Ideal Candidate Profile

You will thrive in this role if you:

• Have a strong mechanical aptitude .
• Possess solid computer, scientific, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication .
• Show strong attention to detail and effective documentation practices .
• Bring a positive attitude and a desire to learn new equipment, software, and processes.
• Can work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Present yourself with a high level of professionalism and customer focus .
• Are able to multitask , prioritize, and adapt to evolving internal/external client needs.
• Have interest in learning new instrumentation and software platforms.
• Consistently follow instructions and adhere to company and regulatory guidelines .

Working schedule will be Full-Time, First Shift, Monday-Friday 8am-4m. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lancaster, PA are encouraged to apply. 25% travel may be required. This position is NOT remote.

What we Offer:

• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.