Downstream Purification and Stability Scientist

Eurofins PSS Insourcing Solutions; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; 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 PSS Insourcing Solutions is seeking a bioprocess professional to drive laboratory-scale downstream purification operations and stability studies. You will work with senior scientists to qualify purification processes, troubleshoot deviations, and maintain data integrity in a fast-paced biotech setting.

The role emphasizes aseptic technique, accurate sample handling, and collaboration across cross-functional teams to ensure reliable datasets for commercial supply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a bioprocess field with 0–3 years lab experience.
• Experience with aseptic sampling and GDP.
• Experience with column chromatography and UF/DF.
• Familiarity with protein quantification tools.
• Strong data handling and statistical analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and document laboratory-scale downstream purification operations.
• Manage stability programs and aseptic aliquoting.
• Coordinate with testing labs, QA, and cross-functional teams.
• Deliver high-integrity datasets to safeguard commercial supply.

Skills

Downstream purification

Aseptic techniques

Sample management

Data analysis

GDP / data integrity

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in bioprocess field

Tools

ÄKTA / Unicorn

UF/DF

Depth filtration

JMP / Minitab / Excel

Protein/biomolecule quantification tools

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.

Job Description

In this role, you will play a pivotal role in planning, executing, and documenting laboratory-scale downstream purification unit operations and drug substance intermediate (DSI) hold and stability studies. You will be directly responsible for the operational management of critical stability programs, including aseptic aliquoting, temperature‑controlled sample logistics, sample accessioning, coordination with testing laboratories, and inventory management. You will work closely with senior scientists and engineers across the department and cross‑functional teams to qualify purification processes, troubleshoot technical deviations, and deliver high‑integrity datasets that safeguard commercial supply.

Key Skills Required

• Demonstrated hands‑on laboratory experience with bio‑separation and downstream purification unit operations: column chromatography (ÄKTA / Unicorn software), Tangential Flow Filtration (UF/DF), and/or depth filtration.
• Rigorous understanding and demonstrated execution of aseptic techniques in biosafety cabinets (laminar flow hoods) for sterile sampling and aliquoting.
• Working knowledge of sample management workflows, inventory controls, and stability study execution.
• Familiarity with analytical tools for protein/biomolecule quantification (e.g., SoloVPE, UV‑Vis spectrophotometry).
• Strong aptitude for statistical analysis, data handling, and experimental design (experience with JMP, Minitab, or advanced Excel is essential).
• High level of attention to detail and adherence to Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and data integrity principles.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to articulate technical observations effectively within a matrixed team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biology, or a related bioprocess discipline with 0–3 years of directly applicable bioprocess laboratory experience (or Master’s degree with 0–1 year of experience).

Additional Information

The position is full‑time, Monday‑Friday, 8:00am‑5:00pm, with overtime as needed. Candidates living within a commutable range of Andover, MA are encouraged to apply.

• Comp: $24‑26/hr
• 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.