In Vitro Disease Modeling and Functional Genomics Scientist

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.

Job Description

Eurofins PSS is seeking a passionate and dedicated In Vitro Disease Modeling and Functional Genomics Scientist. The candidate will work directly on the client site in Cambridge, MA and will collaborate with scientists from multiple therapeutic areas. The candidate will support the client’s dynamic and innovative early discovery research environment and will be expected to work both independently and collaboratively with colleagues. This is a hands-on position. The ideal candidate shall have excellent lab skills, strong documentation skills, ability to analyze and summarize data to draw conclusions, and make recommendations.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop stem cell-based in vitro disease platforms.
• Develop assays for small-molecule and CRISPR/genetic screens using high-content imaging.
• Perform laboratory experiments, analyze data, and communicate findings clearly.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across therapeutic and functional areas.
• Maintain electronic lab notebooks and sample inventories.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in related scientific discipline with 1-3 years of wet lab experience; cardiovascular disease experience preferred.
• Proficiency in cell culture, stem cell differentiation, and in vitro disease model development.
• Experience with gene manipulation methods, including CRISPR, siRNA, ASOs, lentiviral systems, and AAVs.
• Expertise in molecular biology techniques, including RNA extraction, qPCR, ELISA/MSD, and ICC.
• Experience with FLIPR and Seahorse OCR platforms.
• Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to develop experimental strategies.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Additional Information

The position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm, with overtime as needed. Candidates living within a commutable range of Cambridge, MA 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.