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Research Associate

On-site in Fuente Álamo de Murcia·Full-time·Added 3 months ago (last checked 20 Oct)

Eurofins

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Work mode: On-site, Fuente Álamo de Murcia
Contract: Permanent contract, full-time hours

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

Education & certifications

Immediate incorporation into a multinational group.
Easy integration into a young research team.
A work environment with a strong safety culture.
Teamwork and a very good working atmosphere.
On-the-job training and continuous development.

The role

The main mission of the Research Associate will be to cooperate in a research project, integrated into a team of 5 chemists, synthesizing collections of novel organic molecules, in the purity, quantity, and structural determination required by our clients.

What you'll do

Perform organic synthesis reactions on a laboratory scale.
Purification of the various compounds using different techniques.
Analysis, identification, and coding.
Accurate documentation of the experiments carried out in the laboratory in the electronic notebook.
Use of scientific instrumentation: Flash Chromatography (MPLC), Rotavapor, High Vacuum, H-Cube, Microwave, Flow-Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Automated Synthesizers, etc.
Use of liquid chromatography equipment (HPLC), thin layer chromatography assays...
Cleaning and maintenance of the equipment, as well as the laboratory workspace.
Fluid communication with the team and the laboratory manager.

Requirements

To perform these functions, previous experience in an organic chemistry laboratory is required, as well as proficiency in:

Basic laboratory operations.
Organic nomenclature.
Basic organic formulation.
Recognition of functional groups.
Specific laboratory materials.

Hiring process

3 steps2 interviewsa task to do

Talent Acquisition pre-selection · With Talent Acquisition Team
First interview round
A first round of interviews for pre-selected candidates.
Psychometric test
Online test · Not every role
Depending on the position and role, candidates complete a psychometric test.
Second interview round
With a Manager of the department with the vacancy
A second interview round with pre-finalist candidates, held with the manager of the department with the vacancy.
Selection and welcome

The page states the company aims for clear and timely communication at every step of the selection process.

About Eurofins

Eurofins Scientific is a global leader in laboratory testing and services, providing a comprehensive range of analytical procedures to ensure the safety, authenticity, and quality of products across industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, environment, and consumer products. With over 60,000 employees and more than 900 laboratories worldwide, the company operates as a decentralized network of specialized labs, offering services from routine testing to cutting-edge research and development.

In Spain, Eurofins has a significant presence with multiple laboratories and offices across the country, including in Madrid, Barcelona, and other regions. The company is known for its scientific excellence and offers a dynamic, international work environment. For international professionals, Eurofins provides opportunities to work in a truly global organization with diverse teams, and many roles require English proficiency, making it accessible for non-Spanish speakers. The company emphasizes continuous learning and career development, with many positions in laboratory analysis, quality assurance, and regulatory affairs.

Industry: Lab Services
Founded: 1987
Employees: 50,000–100,000
Headquarters: Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona
Website: eurofins.com

Good to know if you are moving

Eurofins is a global company with operations in over 60 countries, offering international career opportunities and potential for cross-border mobility.
Many roles in Spain require English proficiency, and some positions are open to non-Spanish speakers, making it accessible for international professionals.
The company invests heavily in R&D and innovation, providing a stimulating environment for scientists and technical professionals.
Eurofins has a decentralized structure, meaning employees often work in specialized labs with a strong focus on quality and compliance.
Spain is a key market for Eurofins, with multiple laboratories and offices, particularly in Madrid and Barcelona, offering a range of roles from lab analysis to regulatory affairs.

In their own words

About the company & team

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 just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 65,000 staff across a network of more than 950 independent companies in over 59 countries and operating more than 1000 laboratories. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 450,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing.

In 2025, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 7.29 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

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