Bioassay Scientist

Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing North America; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Eurofins BPT-Columbia in Columbia, MO seeks a Scientist to become a subject matter expert in testing Drug Substances and Drug Products. You will establish and validate methods including ELISAs and multiplex ELISAs using ECL, analyze data, and communicate results to the team.

Responsibilities include mentoring junior staff, using LIMS, and delivering high-quality results within timelines. A background in cGMP environments and CRO/CDMO experience is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or biology required.
• Ideal candidate has CRO/CDMO experience and cGMP knowledge.
• Ability to analyze data and report quality results.
• Strong problem solving, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Industrial experience with method establishment and cGMP validations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, perform and optimize experiments per protocol and SOPs.
• Perform method establishment and validation for ELISAs and related assays.
• Analyze data and clearly communicate results.
• Train and mentor junior staff.
• Utilize LIMS to manage samples and data.
• Work with equipment and facilities to deliver timely results.
• Maintain adherence to schedule and commitments.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Team mentoring

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

cGMP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry/biochemistry/biology

Tools

Molecular Devices Softmax Pro

LIMS

Job description

Job Summary

Eurofins BPT-Columbia is looking for a Scientist to join our team located in Columbia, Missouri. This individual will be a subject matter expert in testing Drug Substances and Drug Products in the Biotech department. The successful candidate will perform method establishment and validations under cGMP guidelines on a diverse set of methods including ELISAs, and multiplex ELISAs using electrochemiluminescence (ECL) methodologies. Ability to analyze data and effectively communicate results. Ability to complete work in an agreed upon timeline. Train team upon completion of method establishment and validation.

Responsibilities

• Designing, carrying out, and performing simple and complex experiments and procedures in accordance with all applicable regulatory (e.g. DEA, EPA, FDA, FIFRA, OECD, etc.) requirements as defined by protocol, method, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Perform method establishment and validations on a diverse set of methods including multiplex ELISAs using ECL platforms.
• Analyze data with software including Molecular Devices Softmax Pro and effectively communicate results.
• Train and mentor junior staff.
• Utilize laboratory information management system (LIMS) with proficiency.
• Is able to utilize equipment, facilities, and personnel to produce sound scientific results in a timely fashion for Eurofins clients.
• Adheres to schedule according to Eurofins or contracting organization’s timetable and establishes daily or weekly routines necessary to ensure on-time delivery.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or biology required
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

The Ideal Candidate Would Possess:

• Previous experience working in a CRO/CDMO adhering to cGMP regulations
• Ability to conduct work efficiently, analyze data to ensure accuracy and report quality data.
• Good problem solving, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Industrial experience with method establishment and cGMP validations are highly desirable

Additional Information

Position is full-time, Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm, plus additional hours, as needed. Candidates within a commutable distance of Columbia, MO are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

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