Downstream Process Development Engineer

Eurofins PSS Insourcing Solutions; West Point (PA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

On-site work West Point, PA

Job summary

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is seeking a seasoned engineer to perform lab-scale downstream processing of vaccine adjuvant and lipid nanoparticle products in West Point, PA.

The role requires handling potent compounds, equipment setup, and rigorous GMP-compliant recordkeeping. Ideal candidates hold an engineering degree with extensive industry experience and US work authorization. On-site work, full-time benefits, and a strong team environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 8+ years of experience, or Master’s in Engineering with 6+ years of experience, or PhD in Engineering with 2+ years of experience.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Perform lab-scale downstream processing of vaccine adjuvant & LNP products and process intermediates.
• Perform assays on vaccine adjuvant & LNP products, process intermediates, and related samples using biochemical/analytical tests
• Prepare solutions/reagents
• Set-up process equipment for lab-scale experiments
• Maintain records and experimental results following GMP

Skills

GMP compliance

Record keeping

Strong communication

Detail oriented

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Lab safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

PhD in Engineering

Tools

Extrusion equipment

Tee-mixing systems

MIVM equipment

LNP processing equipment

Ventilated Booth Enclosures (VBEs)

Isolators

Filtration equipment

Job 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.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation 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 Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised 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 decentralised 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 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

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.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation 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 Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised 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 decentralised 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 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

• Perform lab-scale downstream processing of vaccine adjuvant & Lipid Nanoparticle (LNP) products and process intermediates
• Perform assays on vaccine adjuvant & LNP products, process intermediates, and related experimental samples using biochemical/analytical tests
• Prepare solutions/reagents
• Set-up process equipment for lab-scale experiments
• Maintain records and experimental results following good manufacturing practices (GMP)

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 8+ years of industry experience or Masters in Engineering with 6+ years of industry experience or PhD in Engineering with 2+ years of industry experience.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

The Ideal Candidate would possess

• Experience with adjuvant and LNP process unit operations including Extrusion, Tee-mixing, Multi-Inlet-Vortex-Mixing (MIVM), Homogenization/Microfluidization, Filtration, Tangential Flow Filtration (TFF)
• Scale up experience related to liposome and LNP formation unit ops including, but not limited to, Extrusion, Teemixing, Microfluidization/Homogenization
• Experience handling potent compound lipids (OEB4 & 5) and working in isolators and Ventilated Booth Enclosures (VBEs)
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skill
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
• Proven ability to work independently in hands-on laboratory setting

Additional Information

Position is full-time and permanent, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm with over time as needed. Candidates currently living in a commutable distance to West Point, PA are encouraged to apply. On-site work is expected in order to be effective in this role.

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