Cell-Based Testing Scientist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Yearly bonus & merit-based increases

Job summary

Eurofins Professional Scientific Services in Lexington, MA is seeking AD scientists to support biological therapeutic product release and characterization. You will perform Binding ELISA, cell-based potency, and enzyme activity assays in a GLP-compliant environment, with routine documentation and presentations.

The role includes equipment maintenance, lab upkeep, and occasional weekend work. Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm, with excellent benefits and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Cell or Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or similar with 2+ years of plate-based assay experience.
• Master's degree is a plus with thesis or coursework demonstrating plate-based assay work.
• Understanding of plate-based assays (ELISA) and cell-based cytotoxicity/potency for biologics.
• Experience troubleshooting plate- and cell-based assays.
• Experience with SoftMax Pro and PLA software.
• Flow cytometer experience is a plus.
• Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail.
• US work authorization without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Execute analytical methods to support biological therapeutic product release and characterization.
• Independently perform routine tests: Binding ELISA, cell-based potency, enzyme activity with documented results.
• Maintain GLP compliance, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Handle non-lab tasks as assigned and maintain lab equipment.
• Demonstrate independent judgment in technique selection, study design, and data analysis.
• Contribute to lab upkeep and equipment maintenance.
• Occasional weekend work may be required.

Skills

ELISA assays

Cell-based assays

Data analysis

Record keeping

Independent work

Team collaboration

Communication

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor's in Cell & Molecular Biology or Biochemistry

Master's degree (plus)

Tools

SoftMax Pro

PLA

Flow cytometer (a plus)

Job description

The work we do at Eurofins Professional Scientific Services matters, and so do our employees. At Eurofins PSS, we put a focus on your professional growth. We provide our employees the ability to break into the biopharmaceutical industry and grow from the bottom up. We have the supportive teams and tools available to invest in you while also affording you work-life balance and a competitive benefits package.

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 believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.

Job Description

• Contributes as part of a team of AD scientists towards executionof various analytical methods to support biological therapeutic product release and characterization testing in a compliance-based environment.
• Independently performs routine testing such as but not limited to Binding ELISA, Cell based Potency, Enzyme Activity - using established test methods, including associated protocol/report documentation and presentations.
• Conducts work in compliance with GLP, safety and regulatory requirements.
• Responsible for working on other non-lab-based tasks from time to time if assigned.
• Demonstrate independent judgment in technique and method selection, protocol and study design and execution, data analysis and use of standard practices and procedures for a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity to meet assigned objectives.
• Responsible for maintenance of lab equipment and participate in general lab upkeep.
• Occasional weekend work may be required to passage cells.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree’s in Cell and Molecular Biology,Biochemistry, or similar concentration with a minimum of 2 years of demonstrated work experience with plate-based assays like Binding ELISA and/or cell based assays
• Master’s degree is a plus, should demonstrate experience with plate-based assays via thesis/published literature and course-work.
• Clear understanding of the concepts of the plate-based assays such as binding ELISA and cell-based cytotoxicity/ potency, their application to the pharmaceutical industry for Biologics, and proficiency with basic statistics.
• Experience with troubleshooting plate-based and cell-based assays
• Prior experience using software like SoftMax Pro and PLA.
• Experience with flow cytometer is a plus.
• Ability to learn and cross-train on new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.
• Excellent communication (oral and written), strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Additional Information

This role is a full-time, permanent position Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. Candidates currently located within commutable distance to Lexington, MA.

Excellent full-time benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Eligibility for yearly goal-based bonus & merit-based increases
• Compensation: $29.00-$34.00 per hour based on education and relatable industry experience

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.