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 Organisation 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 Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised 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 decentralised 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 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

Eurofins Discovery provides lab research services for pharmaceutical and biotech organizations in a wide range of therapeutic areas to promote novel therapies for patients in need. This role will conduct industry leading cell-based and analytical assays in a laboratory setting with automated and classical methods.

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications (BMQ):

Demonstrated experience supporting cell-based and analytical methods in a dynamic service lab Experience in good documentation practices and lab record-keeping

Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship 

 

Education/Experience (BMQ):

B.A. or B.S. with at least 2 years of relevant experienceM.A. or M.S. with at least 1 year of relevant experienceOr an equivalent of education and experienceGood communication and interpersonal skills Additional preferences:Experience with in vitro enzymatic assays, HPLC, GC coupled with Mass Spectrometry, ELISA, High Content Imaging, Electrophysiology or Flow Cytometry assaysExperience in a contract research organizationExperience supporting services in a GLP or cGMP laboratoryExperience with method development and optimizationExperience with automation, robotics or HTS applicationsExperience in leading and delivering results in R&D lab settingExperience in recombinant cell-line development

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs work in a laboratory setting, meeting the physical job requirements of a lab rolePrepares and manages inventory of buffers, reagents, media, semi-finished and finished goodsMaintains cell culture in a BSL2 laboratory, and adheres to cleanroom guidelines and aseptic technique, according to protocolsGenerates data by performing lab assays in ADME Toxicology, Ion Channel, Translational Biology, Cell and Gene Therapy, and Large Molecule ServicesConducts production assays with recombinant, primary and traditional cell models used in human tissues to cells and cell-based bioassaysPerforms data calculations and analysis, provides QC review of data and project reportsSupports mid-size laboratory research and development projects with minimal supervisionDemonstrates proficiency with, care and maintenance of lab equipment and department assetsConducts responsible use of confidential IT and business systems, as requiredAdheres to department SOPs and documentation requirements, maintains accurate data management and reportingWorks effectively in a team environment, under minimum direction, to achieve project timelines, delivery to customers and quality objectivesSupports unit goals and demonstrates Eurofins’ competencies, as defined in the job planProvides training to colleagues and external end users, when requiredContributes to scientific community, and site research and development objectivesAdjusts work hours and provides cross-functional support to other departments, as required, and maintains accountability in delivering to client needs/timelinesRoutinely communicates project updates to internal and external clientsUnderstands and complies with quality management requirements and GxP complianceCompletes required training and supports 100% of Employee Health and Safety requirements

Additional Information

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE & COMPENSATION

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work.  We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays and vacation, personal days, and dental and vision options.
 

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

 

Eurofins USA Discovery Services is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.