Associate Scientist: Cell & Molecular Biology

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Dental and vision options

Job summary

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services in Lancaster, PA seeks an entry-level Associate Scientist in Cell & Molecular Biology. This full-time role focuses on routine and non-routine analyses in cell biology and virology within Biopharmaceutical Services, with opportunities to learn GMP-compliant documentation.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in biology or related field (or one year of industry exposure). Strong organizational, communication, and computer skills, plus the ability to work

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular or cell biology or related field.
• Or minimum of 1 year of related industry exposure.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Perform analyses primarily in cell biology and virology test areas of Biopharmaceutical Services.
• Review and evaluate raw data for acceptability.
• Set up and validate new analytical or related processes used by the department.
• Document work as required for GMP compliance.

Skills

Biology knowledge

Computer skills

Documentation

Attention to detail

Team orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular or cell biology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Associate Scientist: Cell & Molecular Biology

• Full-time

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 is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. Eurofins 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 Organizations. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralized and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

GREAT ENTRY LEVEL OPPORTUNITY

• Perform a wide range of analyses (routine and non routine) primarily, but not limited to, cell biology, and virology test areas of Biopharmaceutical Services
• Review and evaluate raw data for acceptability
• Set up and validate new analytical or related processes used by the department
• Document work as required for GMP compliance

The Ideal Candidate would possess:

• Some biological experience
• Strong scientific, computer, documentation, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular or cell biology, or-related field or other related degree concentration
• Or minimum of 1 year of related industry exposure
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., with additional hours, as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lancaster, PA are encouraged to apply.

We offer excellent full-time benefits including:

• Life and disability insurance,
• 401(k) with company match,
• Paid holidays and vacation,
• Dental and vision options.

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.