Cell Culture Associate
- Full-time
- Compensation: USD 52000 - USD 57000 - yearly
Company Description
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 laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.
The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.
In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.
In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
Job Description
- Learn and operate complex integrated liquid-handling platforms that support small-scale 24-well and 96-well antibody purification, automated expression, protein quantification, and buffer exchange workflows.
- Prepare, qualify, and validate reagents; accurately document run information; and troubleshoot biological, technical, or process-related issues.
- Maintain mammalian cell lines through routine culture activities, including culture expansion, cell harvesting, cryopreservation, and aseptic handling.
- Support high-throughput mammalian cell-based protein expression and related sample-processing activities.
- Maintain laboratory reagent and consumable inventories and coordinate ordering as needed.
- Contribute to workflow optimization and continuous-improvement efforts in collaboration with scientific colleagues, automation partners, and equipment vendors.
- Assist with the operation and routine care of automated tissue-culture systems, as assigned.
- Collaborate closely with colleagues in antibody discovery, protein engineering, protein purification, and related scientific functions.
- Maintain complete, accurate, and timely experimental records in accordance with applicable procedures and good documentation practices.
- Follow established safety requirements, laboratory procedures, and standard operating procedures.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or a related biological sciences field.
- 0-2 years of relevant academic, internship, or industry laboratory experience.
- Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture and aseptic technique.
- Exceptional attention to detail and the flexibility to adjust priorities in a dynamic research environment.
- Demonstrated ability to learn new tools, systems, protocols, and scientific workflows quickly.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Strong written and verbal communication, work-planning, organizational, data-analysis, and record-keeping skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of protein expression, protein purification, transfection, or buffer-exchange techniques.
- Experience with common laboratory automation equipment, such as Biomek liquid handlers, reagent dispensers, or integrated automation systems.
- Experience operating automated tissue-culture platforms.
- Experience with flow cytometry.
- Familiarity with antibody discovery, protein engineering, or early-stage drug discovery workflows.
- Master's degree in a relevant biological sciences field.
Core Competencies
- Scientific curiosity and a commitment to quality.
- Reliability, accountability, and sound judgment.
- Collaborative problem-solving and clear communication.
- Adaptability in response to changing priorities and project needs.
Additional Information
Position is full-time. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of San Diego, CA are encouraged to apply.
· Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
· Life and disability insurance
· 401(k) with company match
· Paid vacation and holiday
Compensation Range - $52,000-57,000/yr
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