Cell-Based Testing Scientist: ELISA & Potency in Biopharma

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Bonus & merit increases

Job summary

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions in Lexington, KY, is seeking an AD Scientist to support biological therapeutic product release and characterization testing in a GLP-compliant environment. This role focuses on Binding ELISA and cell-based potency assays within a collaborative team.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Cell & Molecular Biology or Biochemistry with 2+ years of related experience; Master’s is a plus. On-site, Monday–Friday, full-time position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cell and Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or similar with 2+ years of plate-based assays experience
• Master’s degree is a plus with thesis/published work demonstrating plate-based assays
• Understanding plate-based assays (binding ELISA, cell-based cytotoxicity/potency) and statistics
• Experience troubleshooting plate-based and cell-based assays
• Experience with SoftMax Pro and PLA; flow cytometry is a plus

Responsibilities

• Contributes as part of a team of AD scientists toward analysis and release/testing of biologic products
• Performs routine tests such as Binding ELISA and cell-based potency assays with validated protocols
• Maintains GLP compliance, safety, and regulatory requirements
• Maintains lab equipment and participates in general lab upkeep
• Demonstrates independent judgment in method selection and study design
• Occasional weekend work may be required

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker / team player

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cell & Molecular Biology or Biochemistry

Master’s degree is a plus

Tools

SoftMax Pro

PLA

Flow cytometer

Job description

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions in Lexington, KY, is seeking an AD Scientist to support biological therapeutic product release and characterization testing in a GLP-compliant environment. This role focuses on Binding ELISA and cell-based potency assays within a collaborative team.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Cell & Molecular Biology or Biochemistry with 2+ years of related experience; Master’s is a plus. On-site, Monday–Friday, full-time position with competitive benefits.