Consider joining Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories where people are the most important element in our chemistry.  Celebrating 50 years of service, Lancaster Laboratories is a leading contract lab providing testing and research services in the environmental, pharmaceutical, and biopharmaceutical sciences to clients worldwide.

Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, a nationally recognized laboratory, is searching for a Research Associate for Protein Drug Product Analysis to support our Professional Scientific Services group in South San Francisco, CA.

Research Associate responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Fundamental knowledge of proteins and antibodies (specific experience with protein formulation is a plus)
• Data analysis (ex. graph/table/report designing) experience with Microsoft Office
• Record keeping with ELN or similar programs
• General wet lab skills (Buffer making, executing SOPs for assays, record keeping for assays performed)

• Perform analysis of samples with a variety of biochemical and biophysical assays including HPLC, osmolality, capillary electrophoresis sodium dodecyl sulfate (CE-SDS), UV-Vis Spectrometry, Bradford Protein Assay, binding activity analysis by Plasmon Resonance
• Prepare data for presentations, assist in generating technical reports, and interact with other groups within the department to share data
• Perform independent reviews and peer review of analytical data
• Troubleshoot method and instrumentation problems as needed
• Initiate and perform investigations and development under direction

The ideal candidate would possess the following qualities:

• Strong organizational, scientific, computational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Team oriented, dependable, and a self-starter
• Fundamental knowledge of protein biochemistry
• Ability to conduct process characterization and process validation experiments, design-of-experiment robustness studies, as well as assay qualification studies
• Basic to advanced analytical knowledge in characterizing proteins with some or all of the biochemical/biophysical assays
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivated, adaptable and with a positive attitude
• An eagerness to learn new lab techniques at a fast pace
• Ability to multitask in the lab while paying attention to detail and keeping accurate records
• Ability to follow SOPs meticulously and comply with company policies

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in biochemistry, chemistry, analytical chemistry, chemical engineering, or other related degree concentration, with 1-2 years of industrial experience or 1-2 years of academic research experience
• Basic understanding of proteins and antibodies (professional or academic experience)
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., with overtime as needed.  Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of South San Francisco, California are encouraged to apply.

As a Eurofins Lancaster Labs 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 time-off, and dental and vision options.   To learn more about Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, please explore our website  www.lancasterlabs.com   .

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

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.