Bioassay Scientist II

The work we do at Eurofins matters, and so do our employees. At Eurofins, we put a focus on your professional growth. We provide our employees the ability to break into the biopharmaceutical industry and grow from the bottom up. We have the supportive teams and tools available to invest in you while also affording you work-life balance and a competitive benefits package.

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.

If you’re looking for a rewarding career, apply with us today!  

We are seeking a scientist with strong organizational skills, excellent oral and written communication, and keen attention to detail. The ideal candidate will support the development, optimization, and qualification of analytical methods in a compliance-based environment. This role involves method development, process support, documentation, and potential technology transfer, along with some analytical testing. The ability to work independently and collaboratively, along with self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude, is essential.

Responsibilities Include: 

• Contributing as part of a small team of scientists towards the development/optimization, and qualification of analytical methods to be used in support of biological therapeutic product release and characterization testing in a compliance-based environment
• 90% Method development, qualification, and process supporting related work, as well as associated protocol/report documentation and presentations;
  • May include technology transfer activities, regulatory support, and possible project team participation
• 10% Analytical testing
  • Liquid Chromatography and Plate-Based 
• Independently executes method development for: elucidation and monitoring of functional properties of protein therapeutics and the quantitation of process- and product-related impurities

The Ideal Candidate will Have: 

• Experience in high throughput technologies and automated liquid handling systems – TECAN, Hamilton, etc. 
• Experience working in a GMP/GLP environment 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• Ability to demonstrate independent judgment in technique and method selection, protocol and study design and execution, data analysis, and use of standard practices and procedures for a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity to meet assigned objectives
• Understands and applies advanced scientific principles, theories, concepts, practices, and standards to process and product development

Minimum Qualifications: 

• BS in Cell and Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or Pharmaceutical concentration
  • 2 years of demonstrated work experience with cell-based assays
• Or MS in Cell and Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or Pharmaceutical concentration
  • 6 months of Demonstrated experience with cell-based assays 
• Experience with experience working with sterile cell culture and execution of cell-based and plate-based immunological methods such as Bioassay, ELISA, Octet protein binding assays, Host Cell Protein assays, Activity and Binding assays
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

What to Expect in the Hiring Process: 

• 10-15 Minute Phone Interview with the Region Recruiter
• 45-60 Minute Virtual Interview with the Manager and/or Group Leader
• 30 Minute Virtual Meeting with the Site Director 

Additional Details: 

The position is full-time, Monday-Friday from 8 am-5 pm. Candidates living within a commutable distance of Lexington, Massachusettes, and the surrounding areas are encouraged to apply.  

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

Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services® (PSS) is a global, award-winning insourcing solution that places our people at our clients’ sites dedicated to running and managing laboratory services while eliminating headcount, co-employment, and project-management worries.

We infuse our 55-year track record of scientific and laboratory operations expertise, as well as HR, and a great place to work best practices, to recruit, hire, train, and manage highly qualified scientists to perform laboratory services using our client’s quality systems and equipment.

To learn more about Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, please explore our website www.eurofinsus.com.

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.