Company Description

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!  

Job Description

This role is for an advanced personnel who has in-depth knowledge of cell based and potency assays and are comfortable with troubleshooting. The Group Leader’s main technical responsibility will be to serve as SME for mRNA and gRNA potency assays to support several client programs. 

Technical Responsibilities:

Optimize, technical transfer, qualification, and validation of potency assays used for lot release and characterization of cell and gene therapy products and critical materials.Acting as an SME resource for potency assays.Execution of complex GMP release and stability assays such as cell-based functional assays, flow cytometry methods, ddPCR, ELISA, and NGS assays.Author and review SOPs and technical reports.Work with cross-functional groups within the client environment to participate in various aspects of method development, transfer, process, and product characterization, comparability, and investigations.Analyze, track, and trend data to monitor analytical assays and ensure consistency in assay performance.

Leadership Responsibilities

Supports and monitors the performance of the team of employeesMay participate in new hire interviewsSupports the on-boarding process of new employeesDisseminate administrative communicationsDemonstrate and promote the company's visionEnsure adherence to highest quality and efficiency standards in laboratory operations Ensure coverage and performance for all shifts, and work duties Performs administrative tasks for team member growth and developmentAdeptly balance technical lab work with leadership responsibilitiesFoster morale and teamwork 

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree with 3-8 years of experienceMaster’s degree with 2-5 years of experienceMust have experience with potency assay executionMust have previous experience working in a GMP laboratoryUnderstanding of industry practices and standards is requiredLaboratory supervisory experience is preferredTeam player with excellent oral and written communication skillsIndependently motivated, detail-oriented, and excellent problem-solving abilities.

​​​​​​​Differentiating qualifications:

Strong background in cell culture and experience working with cell lines and primary human cells.Experience with functional, or potency assay transfer and execution in a GMP laboratory.Broad experience with molecular biology, cellular, and immunoassay techniques including transfections/transductions, ddPCR/qPCR, flow cytometry, ELISA, and NGS.Experience using data analysis software including JMPKnowledge of ICH/USP guidelines.

Additional Information

What to Expect in the Hiring Process: 

10-15 Minute Phone Interview with Region Recruiter45-60 Minute Virtual Interview with Manager and/or Group Leader60 Minute In Person Meeting 

Additional Details: 

The position is full-time and permanent, Monday-Friday, 8 am-5 pm, with overtime as needed. Candidates living near or in Cambridge, MA, are encouraged to apply.

Excellent full-time benefits include:

Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision optionsLife and disability insurance401(k) with company matchPaid vacation and holidays

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 clients’ 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.