Associate Scientist I

RXinsider LTD.; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Eurofins Scientific is seeking an Associate Scientist I to perform laboratory work, maintain cell lines, and execute cell-based assays in a GxP environment. The role involves data management with Excel and GraphPad Prism, training, and cross-functional collaboration with biology, chemistry, and project management teams.

Qualified candidates will have an Associate Degree (or BA/BS) in biology or chemistry and experience with cell culture or CRO settings.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree with 1+ year of relevant experience.
• Biology or chemistry background; cell-based assays experience preferred.
• Ability to read SOPs and technical reports; laboratory calculation skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and culture multiple cell lines in a BSL2 environment.
• Execute and optimize cell-based assays to support drug discovery programs.
• Record and analyze experimental data using Excel and GraphPad Prism.
• Adhere to GxP requirements and complete health and safety training.

Skills

Cell culture

GxP experience

Data analysis

Excel

GraphPad Prism

Education

Associate degree in Biology or Chemistry-related field

B.A. or B.S. in Biology or Chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Office

GraphPad Prism

Job 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 Organization 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 Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized 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 decentralized 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 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

Associate Scientist I responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Performs work in a laboratory setting, meeting the physical job requirements of a lab role.
• Prepares and manages inventory of buffers, reagents, media, semi-finished and finished goods.
• Maintain and culture multiple cell lines, ensuring consistency, sterility, and experimental reproducibility in a BSL2 environment.
• Execute and optimize cell-based assays to support drug discovery programs in ADMETox, BioMAP® Services, Ion Channel Services, BioMarker Services, OncoPanelTM Services and/or BioTherapeutics.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, efficiency, or data quality.
• Perform compound dosing, serial dilutions, and plate-based assay workflows.
• Understands and complies with requirements for work performed at a GxP site.
• Completes required training and supports 100% of Employee Health and Safety requirements.
• Demonstrates proficiency with, care and maintenance of lab equipment and department assets.
• Conducts responsible use of confidential IT and business systems, as required.
• Adheres to department SOPs and documentation requirements, maintains accurate data management and reporting records.
• Troubleshoot assay variability and identify root causes of inconsistent results.
• Contribute to improving assay robustness, scalability, and throughput.
• Record, organize, and analyze experimental data using tools such as Microsoft Excel and GraphPad Prism.
• Perform basic statistical analysis and generate graphs (e.g., dose-response curves, bar charts) to support data interpretation.
• Perform routine laboratory calculations, including molarity, dilutions, and concentration conversions.
• Use Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) to organize and analyze data, generate reports and visualizations, and effectively communicate experimental results.
• Work cross-functionally with biology, chemistry, and project management teams.
• Supports unit goals and demonstrates Eurofins’ competencies, as defined in the job plan.
• Provides training to colleagues and external end users, when required.
• Stay current on advancements in scientific technologies and drug discovery trends.
• Works effectively in a team environment, under minimum direction, to achieve business production, project timelines, and quality objectives
• Adjusts work hours and provides cross-functional support to other departments, as required, and maintains accountability in delivering to client needs/timelines.
• Routinely communicates project updates to internal and external clients.

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Education Qualifications:

• Associate Degree with a minimum 1 year of relevant experience
• B.A. or B.S. in Biology or Chemistry-related field

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience in a contract research organization
• Experience with cell-based assays /cell culture
• Work experience in a laboratory setting
• Lab equipment and office computer/software proficiency
• Ability to read, write, and interpret documents, such as standard operating procedures and technical reports
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations, statistical analyses, and data interpretation
• Ability to work in a laboratory setting, according to the physical requirements of a laboratory role
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

The Ideal Candidate Possesses the Following:

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask with organization and manage time effectively
• Ability to solve practical problems and troubleshooting skills
• Above average oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrates a positive attitude, capacity for team environment, and exhibits a genuine interest in drug discovery in support of advancing human health

Additional Information

Position is full-time, working Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of St. Charles, MO 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 Discovery Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.