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Quality Control Technician - Atomic Absorption

On-site in Esplugues de Llobregat·Full-time·Added yesterday

Eurofins

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Overview

Job details

Fixed-term contract
Full-time hours.

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Eurofins doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in Esplugues de Llobregat
No relocation package mentioned.
Higher vocational training (FP Grado Superior)
“Formación: CFGS en química o similares.” — per the ad.

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Requirements

What we're looking for

1-2 years of experience in a similar position in the pharmaceutical industry or related field.
Accustomed to working in a team and focused on objectives.
High level of English
Availability to work the afternoon shift, from 1:30 PM to 9:30 PM, and one Saturday per month.

Nice to have

Experience in other techniques (pH, spectrophotometry, HPLC, GC, UV, dissolution testing, etc.) will be valued.
Experience in method validation (preparation of protocols and reports) will be valued.
Experience working in a GMP/GLP environment will be valued.

Education & certifications

Training: Higher Vocational Training (CFGS) in chemistry or similar.

The role

EUROFINS, a leading company in providing specialized laboratory services to the pharmaceutical sector, is seeking for its facilities in Esplugues de Llobregat a

QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN - Atomic Absorption – Pharmaceutical Industry

Reporting to the Manager of Elemental Impurities of the Chemistry Department, the main duties will include:

Analysis for quality control of company products by Atomic Absorption Spectrometry (AA, AAGF, CVAA, ICP/OES and ICP/MS)
Method setup
Method validation and/or transfer studies
Performing and supervising calibration of laboratory equipment.
Preparation of reports.
Management of information generated in the laboratory through LIMS

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 that offers a wide range of analytical services related to life sciences. Our clients come from very diverse sectors. The Eurofins group is a world leader in the analysis of products ranging from the food we eat, to the water we drink, and the medicines we are prescribed. Eurofins works with the world's largest companies to ensure that the products they supply are safe, that their ingredients are authentic, and that their labeling is accurate. Eurofins is a world leader in testing for food, environmental, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic products, as well as in agroscience. It is also one of the leading independent global market players in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, pharmacology discovery, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences, and in support of clinical studies.

In just over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from a laboratory in Nantes, France, to a company with more than 63,000 employees distributed across a network of over 1,000 independent companies in more than 60 countries, operating over 950 laboratories. Eurofins offers a portfolio of more than 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability, and purity of substances and biological products, as well as providing innovative services for specialized clinical diagnostic testing, being one of the main emerging global players in specialized clinical diagnostic testing.

In 2025, Eurofins generated total revenues of €7.296 billion and has been one of the best-performing companies in Europe over the last 20 years.