Cell-Based Assay Scientist (GLP) for Biopharma Release

Eurofins US Network; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions in Lexington, MA is seeking a full-time AD scientist to support release and characterization testing of biologics. You will perform Binding ELISA, cell-based potency, and enzyme activity assays using established methods, with protocol/report documentation.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Cell & Molecular Biology or Biochemistry with 2+ years of relevant experience; Master’s degree is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Cell and Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or similar with at least 2 years of experience in plate-based assays like ELISA or cell-based assays.
• Master’s degree is a plus, with thesis or coursework showing plate-based assay experience.
• Understanding plate-based and cell-based assays and their pharmaceutical industry applications; basic statistics.
• Experience troubleshooting plate-based and cell-based assays.
• Experience with SoftMax Pro and PLA software.
• Flow cytometer experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Contributes as part of a team of AD scientists to execute analytical methods for biological therapeutic product release and characterization testing in a compliant environment.
• Independently performs routine testing such as Binding ELISA, cell-based potency, and enzyme activity using established methods with documentation and reporting.
• Works in compliance with GLP, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Performs non-lab tasks when required and demonstrates independent judgment in method selection and study design.
• Demonstrates troubleshooting capabilities and maintains lab equipment and upkeep.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cell & Molecular Biology or Biochemistry

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

SoftMax Pro

PLA

Job description

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions in Lexington, MA is seeking a full-time AD scientist to support release and characterization testing of biologics. You will perform Binding ELISA, cell-based potency, and enzyme activity assays using established methods, with protocol/report documentation.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Cell & Molecular Biology or Biochemistry with 2+ years of relevant experience; Master’s degree is a plus.