Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environment, 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 for supporting clinical studies. In addition, Eurofins is one of the leading global emerging players in specialty clinical diagnostic testing.

In 2018, Eurofins generated 4.2 billion Euro proforma turnover in 800 laboratories across 47 countries, employing about 45,000 staff.

Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, a nationally recognized laboratory, is searching for a Functional Bioassay Associate Group Leader to support our Professional Scientific Services group in Burnaby, BC.  This is a permanent, full-time position.

Supervisory Component (20%)

• Lead and manage a team of 2
• Create and drive a positive, inclusive, success-oriented, high performing team
• Track and monitor team performance using internal and external metrics
• Implement employee development opportunities including career growth, technical growth, leadership growth, and facilitate peer-to-peer cross training
• Identify and resolve service and personnel problems in a timely manner
• Escalate service and personnel problems, as needed
• Timecard approvals, time off approvals, and other related administrative tasks
• Collaborate with and report to area leadership

 Technical Component (80%)

• Perform functional cell-based bioassays using mammalian cell lines
• Culture mammalian cells using aseptic sterile technique
• Develop, optimize, and validate assays that may include ELISA, flow cytometry, apoptosis, cytokine release, phosphorylation, or proliferation.
• Conduct batch testing
• Document, analyze, and report results
• Author, review, and data verify technical documents and reports

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or related scientific field 
• At least 1-2 years of industry experience MANDATORY

The ideal candidate would possess:

• Some industry experience - mandatory
• Strong organization, scientific, computer, computational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Detailed-oriented
• A demonstrated fundamental passion for leadership
• Creative scientific thinking for quickly developing technical solutions
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with internal and external clients, self‑motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• A self-motivated desire for team and department success
• An understanding of BC labor laws including interpretation and best practices
• Excellent communication (oral and written) in English

The successful candidate must be able to travel to the U.S. for onboarding and training in Q42019.

Position is working at client's site full-time, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Burnaby, BC are encouraged to apply.

Eurofins supports equal opportunities for protected groups and invites all qualified applicants to apply; if accommodations are required in the application or interview process, please contact us via www.eurofins.ca. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No agencies please!