CGT- Biologics HPLC Scientist

Eurofins; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; 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 USA BioPharma Services in Lancaster, PA seeks a Cell & Gene Therapy analyst to perform analytical testing supporting viral vectors and cell therapy products, delivering data on purity, impurities, infectivity, concentration, and safety.

The role covers molecular biology, cell biology, and virology assays; requires GMP and chromatography expertise, HPLC with detectors CAD/Fluorescence/Absorbance, LC-MS, and skills with Empower and 32 Karat; travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, or related field.
• Ability to work in the US without sponsorship.
• At least 3 years of GMP and chromatography experience.
• Experience and in-depth working knowledge of HPLC (detectors: CAD, Fluorescence, Absorbance) and LC-MS.
• Experience with Empower, 32 Karat.
• Experience in other biochemistry techniques (CE-SDS, DLS) preferred.
• Perform routine and non-routine testing of in-process, drug substance, and final product biologics and method qualification/validation of procedures. Ex: RP-HPLC, SEC-HPLC, AEX/CEX-HPLC, CE-SDS.

Responsibilities

• Performs analytical testing in support of viral vectors and cell therapy products to provide data regarding purity, impurities, infectivity/performance, concentration, and safety of samples.
• Performs a wide range of analyses (routine and non-routine) primarily but not limited to the molecular, cell biology, and virology test areas of Biopharmaceutical Services.

Skills

GMP and chromatography experience

HPLC (CAD, Fluorescence, Absorbance)

LC-MS

Empower

32 Karat

CE-SDS

DLS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, or related field

Tools

Empower

32 Karat

HPLC instruments

LC-MS instruments

Job description

Company 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.

Company Description

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

Cell & Gene Therapy

- Performs analytical testing in support of viral vectors and cell therapy products to provide data regarding purity, impurities, infectivity/performance, concentration, and safety of samples. Performs a wide range of analyses (routine and non-routine) primarily but not limited to the molecular, cell biology, and virology test areas of Biopharmaceutical Services.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Biology, Biochemistry, or related field


• Ability to work in the US without immediate or potential future sponsorship


• At least 3 years of GMP and chromatography experience


• Experience and in-depth working knowledge of HPLC (detectors: CAD, Fluorescence, Absorbance) and LC-MS


• Experience with Empower, 32 Karat


• Experience in other biochemistry techniques (CE-SDS, DLS) preferred


• Perform routine and non-routine testing of in-process, drug substance, and final product biologics and method qualification/validation of procedures. Ex:




• RP-HPLC


• SEC-HPLC


• AEX/CEX-HPLC


• CE-SDS

The Ideal Candidate

• Demonstrate understanding of LEAN principles in a laboratory space and ability to apply them to guarantee Quality of deliverables and efficiently execute time sensitive laboratory analysis.


• Excellent communication (oral and written), attention to detail, ability to prioritize time-sensitive activities and responsive to Management guidance.


• Ability to work independently and as part of the Cell & Gene Therapy team, show self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude towards day-to-day business challenges.


• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company standard operating procedures and policies.

Additional Information

Working schedule will be Full-Time, First Shift, Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lancaster, PA are encouraged to apply. 25% travel may be required. This position is NOT remote.

What We Offer

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