Scientist – Process Development (Protein Fractionation)

Eurofins Group; Bern; Vor Ort; CHF 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Eurofins Group is seeking a Scientist to join the PSS team at a client site in Bern, supporting plasma-derived biopharmaceutical process development. The role blends hands-on experiments with data analysis and scientific evaluation to optimize protein fractionation and purification processes.

You will work on lab experiments, data interpretation, and documentation, while collaborating with cross-functional teams and ensuring quality and safety standards throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifikationen

• MSc or PhD in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, or similar.
• Experience in protein purification and process development.
• Hands-on laboratory experience in bioprocessing and filtration.
• Strong analytical and data evaluation skills.
• Familiarity with DoE and statistical tools (e.g., JMP) is an advantage.
• Good scientific report writing and presentation skills.

Aufgaben

• Plan, execute, and evaluate laboratory experiments related to process development using scale-down models.
• Contribute to development and optimization of protein fractionation and purification processes.
• Perform advanced data analysis and interpret experimental results to support decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Maintain and optimize databases, ensuring data quality, integrity, traceability, and generation of meaningful insights to support process changes, investigations, and lifecycle management activities.
• Prepare protocols, reports, and technical documentation.
• Support scale-up activities and process transfer to the pilot plant.
• Collaborate with Eurofins PSS team members and client stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and documentation standards.

Kenntnisse

Protein purification

Data analysis

DoE

JMP

Report writing

Presentation skills

Structured work

German language

Ausbildung

MSc or PhD in Biotechnology

Tools

ÄKTA chromatography

JMP

Jobbeschreibung

• Full-time

Job Description

As a Scientist, you will join a Eurofins PSS team supporting process development activities in plasma-derived biopharmaceuticals at a client site in Bern.

You will contribute to the development and optimization of protein fractionation processes, working within a structured scientific service environment and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role combines hands‑on experimental work with data analysis and scientific evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and evaluate laboratory experiments related to process development using scale‑down models
• Contribute to development and optimization of protein fractionation and purification processes
• Perform advanced data analysis and interpret experimental results to support decision-making and continuous improvement
• Maintain and optimize databases, ensuring data quality, integrity, traceability, and generation of meaningful insights to support process changes, investigations, and lifecycle management activities
• Prepare protocols, reports, and technical documentation
• Support scale‑up activities and process transfer to the pilot plant
• Collaborate with Eurofins PSS team members and client stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and documentation standards

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, or similar
• Experience in protein purification (ÄKTA chromatography system) and process development
• Hands‑on laboratory experience in bioprocessing and filtration (filter press systems)
• Strong analytical and data evaluation skills
• Familiarity with DoE and statistical tools (e.g., JMP) is an advantage
• Good scientific report writing and presentation skills
• Structured and proactive working style
• Fluent in English and German language skills would be an advantage

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

At Eurofins PSS, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, embracing diversity, and cultivating an inclusive workplace where every individual's unique background and perspective are valued, respected, and celebrated.