Formulation Scientist
Eurofins
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 47,000 staff across a network of more than 900 independent companies in over 50 countries and operating more than 800 laboratories. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 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 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.
The individual will assist with early formulation screening to assess the protein stability profile. That includes the preparation of different buffer formulations at different pH and testing the different formulations with the desired protein in terms of different parameters like (protein purity using HPSEC analysis, MFI, DLS, etc.).
General Responsibilities:
+ Utilize chromatographic, electrophoresis, and spectroscopic methods to support in-process sample testing.
+ Independently support ongoing studies and high-level activities
+ Sample preparation
+ Data analysis
+ Data summary
+ Report results
The successful candidate is expected to have:
+ Good understanding of chromatographic, electrophoresis, and spectroscopic (UV, Vis) techniques
+ Experience with particle analysis (MFI, HIAC) and protein analysis (HPSEC, Total Protein)
+ Ability to perform lab-scale protein purification/expression method
+ Knowledge of protein chemistry; protein and analytical chemistry
+ Experience with mammalian cell culture is a bonus but not necessary
+ A basic understanding of CAD is advantageous
+ Effective communication and interpersonal skills
+ Good time management and multi-tasking skills
+ Ability to work within a team and also in cross-functional setting
+ Familiar with SOP and GxP requirements.
Minimum Qualifications:
+ Bachelor’s of Science in a related field with 1+ years of experience
What to Expect in the Hiring Process:
+ 10-15 Minute Phone Interview with Recruiter
+ 60 Minute Virtual Interview with Group Leader/Site Manager
The position is full-time and permanent, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm with over time as needed. Candidates living near or in from Gaithersburg, MD are encouraged to apply.
What we offer:
+ Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
+ Life and disability insurance
+ 401(k) with company match
+ Paid vacation and holidays
+ Yearly goal-based bonus & eligibility for merit-based increases
Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services® (PSS) is a global, award-winning insourcing solution that places our people at our clients’ site 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 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 is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
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