Upstream Process Development Scientist - job 1 of 2

The work we do at Eurofins Professional Scientific Services matters, and so do our employees. At Eurofins PSS, 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, a place to call home, apply with us today!

The individual will join a team of scientists and engineers focused on developing and optimizing mammalian cell culture processes for recombinant proteins and biologics for early-phase and late-phase clinical trials. He or she will be responsible for executing mammalian cell culture experiments in bench-top bioreactors and associated scale-down equipment with the goal of developing robust, scalable, high productivity processes that produce therapeutic proteins with the appropriate product quality attributes for use in treating human disease. The work will also involve working with clinical production facilities to ensure accurate technology transfer and successful large-scale production.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute experiments in shake flasks and bench-top bioreactors.
• Ensures timely, effective, and high-quality documentation in electronic laboratory notebooks.
• Communicate results and findings to stakeholders on a regular basis; presents data/strategy to colleagues and management as appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues both within the group and cross-functionally contributes to maintaining and improving upon our safe, effective, and efficient lab operations.

• Bachelor’s degree with 2–5 years of relevant experience, OR
• Master’s degree with 0–2 years of relevant experience
  in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Cell Biology, Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong aseptic laboratory technique (required)
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills
• Clear and effective oral and written communication
• A collaborative, team-oriented mindset
• Must be authorized to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

What to Expect in the Hiring Process: 

• 10-15 Minute Phone Interview with Region Recruiter
• 45-60 Minute Virtual Interview with Manager and/or Group Leader
• 45-60 Minute In-Person Meeting to Meet the Team 

Additional Details: 

This is a full-time, onsite position based on a first-shift schedule Monday through Friday, with overtime required as needed. Candidates located within a commutable distance to Andover, MA, are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Excellent full-time benefits include:

• comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Hourly rate is between $26.00-$30.00, depending on education and experience 

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and join a team that’s making a difference in science every day.

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