Biochemist - Cell Based Assays

  • Full-time

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, a place to call home, apply with us today!  

Job Description

Employee Responsibilities:

  • Maintain mammalian cell lines
  • Prepare reagents and buffers
  • Run/Troubleshoot Cell Based assays independently including ELISA, TR-FRET, fluorescent, etc.
  • Utilize automation systems such as Biomek, Bravo, and more, helping to automate systems and processes to optimize workflow
  • Collaboration of assay validation
  • Utilize ELN for GMP documentation and data analysis
  • Perform Second Person Review of notebooks

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • BS in Cell Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline
  • At least 1 year of industry experience in a related setting
  • Hands on experience with mammalian cell culture, biochemical and/or cell plate-based assay execution, and troubleshooting.
  • Comfort working with automated systems, liquid handlers, washers, and plate readers
  • Proficient in data analysis and standard software packages for data analysis such as ActivityBase, Prism, etc.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office, PRISM, and experimental documentation tools, such as electronic notebook
  • Demonstrated ability to rapidly integrate into and thrive within a team and to function effectively and independently in a multi-disciplinary environment.

The Ideal Candidate would possess:

  • Experience with different screening technologies including fluorescent, TR-FRET, luminescent, ELISA, etc.
  • Experience with compound management tools such as Echo acoustic dispensers or Access platforms
  • Experience with assay validation
  • Experience with liquid handlers and washers such as Biomek, Bravo, Combi, Tempest, Bluecat, EL406, Precise Drop, etc.
  • Familiarity with plate readers including Envision, Pherastar, Citation etc.
  • Familiarity with automation/scheduling software such as Momentum, Cellario, Green Button Go, etc.

Additional Information

Position is Full Time, Permanent; Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of  West Point, PA are encouraged to apply. Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options.

  • 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
  • Eligibility for potential yearly Bonus & Merit-Based Pay Increases

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

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