Biocatalysis Scientist

As a Biocatalysis Scientist at Eurofins, your daily responsibilities will include running enzymatic reactions, isolating pure products, and optimizing reaction conditions. You will also engage in chiral analysis using techniques such as UPLC and GC, document experiments in an electronic lab notebook, and support various laboratory activities, ensuring adherence to safety protocols at all times.

To qualify for the Biocatalysis Scientist position at Eurofins, you’ll need a Master’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline, along with a minimum of three years of industry laboratory experience. Experience with organic synthesis and strong communication skills are essential, and familiarity with enzyme immobilization and analytical instruments is preferred.

The essential skills for a successful Biocatalysis Scientist at Eurofins include strong interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to work effectively in a team, and adaptability to changing project priorities. Experience with enzyme kinetics, enzyme assays, and proficiency with HPLC, GC, and MS will further enhance your contributions to the team.

Eurofins offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid vacation and holidays, as well as a yearly goal-based bonus. We're committed to support the well-being of our employees both in their careers and personal lives.

At Eurofins, we prioritize the professional growth of our employees by providing access to resources, training, and hands-on experience in biopharmaceutical development. Our supportive team environment encourages you to innovate and thrive in your research, ensuring that you are well-equipped for continuous advancement in your scientific career.

In your answer, emphasize specific projects where you utilized enzymatic reactions, detailing techniques you employed and the results you achieved. Highlight any challenges faced and how you overcame them to showcase your problem-solving skills and expertise.

Discuss your methodology in experimenting with varied reaction parameters such as temperature, pH, and substrate concentrations. Speak to any software tools you utilize for modeling or predictions, as well as how you analyze data to make informed decisions.

Detail your experience with these instruments, mentioning specific analyses you've performed and how the results informed your research. It's important to note any troubleshooting experiences or calibration processes you managed to demonstrate your technical skills.

You can elaborate on your commitment to safety by discussing specific protocols you have adhered to, training you've undergone, and how you participate in safety audits or training for new team members. Use examples from past experiences to illustrate your attentiveness to safety.

Share a story that reveals your adaptability and organizational skills. Detail the scenario, how you managed the shift, and any strategies you adopted to prioritize tasks effectively, ensuring project goals were still achieved.

Discuss your preferred methods for analyzing data collected from experiments, including any statistical software or data visualization tools you use. Provide examples of past experiments where your analysis was critical to understanding the outcomes.

Mention how you stay engaged with the scientific community through journals, webinars, conferences, or networking events. Providing examples of recent advancements you've learned about and how they've impacted your work can show your passion for continuous learning.

Outline your process for maintaining clear and thorough documentation, emphasizing any systems or tools you use. Highlight the importance of detailed records for reproducibility and communicate how your reports have supported team goals or influenced project directions.

Provide a concrete example highlighting your role, the collaboration process, and specific contributions you made to ensure the project's success. Emphasize interpersonal skills and your ability to work under collective goals.

Articulate your enthusiasm for Eurofins' mission and values. Relate specific aspects of the company’s culture or projects that resonate with your career goals and how you believe your skills can make a meaningful contribution to their success.