Upstream Process Support Lab Specialist

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

• Train on and then independently execute flow cytometry sample preparation and assay development experiments
• Execute bacterial culture SOPs/protocols as well as run lyophilization
• Review and generate SOPs
• Prepare various media solutions for upstream or downstream laboratory experiments
• Train on and then independently execute additional analytical testing for lab studies, including :
  • Cedex testing
  • Metabolic analyzers (e.g. BioProfile)
  • UV/Vis spectroscopy
  • NOVA testing
  • SoloVPE
• Document lab work in a data integrity and GDP-compliant manner in an electronic laboratory notebook and/or paper protocols
• Complete second scientist reviews in laboratory notebooks and technical documents

The role may require walking/standing for up to 7 hours at a time

Qualifications

Minimum Experience: 

• Bachelor's degree in science (chemistry, pharmacy, or equivalent life sciences degree) at least 1-2 years of experience
• Previous experience with analytical techniques including:
  • Cedex testing
  • Metabolic analyzers (e.g. BioProfile)
  • UV/Vis spectroscopy
  • NOVA testing
  • SoloVPE
• Experience utilizing electronic quality management systems and electronic documentation systems.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with Mammalian Cell Culture techniques
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
• Experience in a cGMP regulated environment
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
• Ability to work independently and as a part of team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude

Additional Information

This position is Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 8am-5pmp.m. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Durham, NC 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 holidays

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