Method Development and Validation Research Technician II

LabRulez; Saint Charles (MO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Eurofins Scientific is seeking a Method Development and Validation Research Technician II to support bioanalytical projects, develop and transfer immunoassay methods, and ensure timely delivery with high quality.

The role requires strong communication, data interpretation skills, and proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and lab instrumentation software within a GMP/GLP environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of method development and validation experience (B.A./B.S.)
• Minimum 3–5 years of method development and validation experience (M.A.)
• Minimum 2–4 years of method development and validation experience (Ph.D.)

Responsibilities

• Support the development, validation and transfer of immunoassays and bioanalytical methods.
• Provide technical documentation: validation plans, reports, and test methods.
• Lead and mentor junior staff and communicate updates to clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

MS Word

Excel

Instrumentation software

SOPs & reports reading

Education

Bachelor's or higher with 5-7 years experience

Master's with 3-5 years experience

PhD with 2-4 years experience

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Instrumentation software

Job description

Scientific and Research Fellow, Analytical chemist, Molecular biology

Method Development and Validation Research Technician II

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.

In over 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 61,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of ca. 900 laboratories in 61 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 2025, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 7.296 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Method Development and Validation Research Technician II

Job Description

The Scientist II will support the bioanalytical Method Development and Validation Team and is responsible for the overall scientific and operational management of client bioanalytical projects supporting a variety of studies simultaneously. This role requires knowledge of method validation principles and communication skills required to transfer methods to analytical team. The Scientist II role supports client projects with limited supervision and requires project leadership and direct client communication.

Research TechnicianII DutiesInclude but are not Limited to the Following:

• Works effectively as a member of a team, under minimum direction, to achieve client and business deadlines
• Understands and follows all procedures and processes required for work performed under Regulatory Compliance (i.e. GxP, FDA/GLP and GCP, OECD, CLIA, etc.) and attends annual GLP training
• Assists the development, validation and transfer of immunoassays and bioanalytical methods with limited direct supervision (RIA, EIA, Flow Cytometry, Cell-Based Assays)
• Provides contracted method development and validation services consistently with delivery on time and high quality.
• Characterises antibodies and performs reagent qualification as applicable
• Conducts evaluation of manufactured products and develops fit-for-purpose assays
• Communicates project updates to internal and external clients with limited supervision
• Provides technical documentation in the form of validation plans, reports, deviation reports, test methods and tables with limited supervision
• Reviews validation data, validation plans and reports and provides technical leadership and constructive feedback to team members
• Has the ability to organize daily workflow of the development and validation schedule in lab and consistently meets validation timelines.
• Ability to develop a method with assistance from Scientific Director
• Provides technical leadership, mentoring and training to junior staff
• Provides troubleshooting, root cause analysis and assistance with method design
• Complies with internal and customer SOP’s as required in training program; maintains an up to date training file
• Applies use of IT systems (ERP, LIMS, etc.) as required
• With minimum guidance, designs, plans and performs/manages routine and non-routine projects
• Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate and understands and follows all written procedures that apply to the function of the position
• Owns the accountability and responsibility for delivering to client needs and timelines
• Provides cross-functional support to other departments as required
• Adjusts work hours as needed to meet client deadlines
• Adheres to site environmental health and safety (EHS) requirements
• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Education & Experience Qualifications:

• B.A. or B.S. with minimum5-7 yearsmethod development and validation experience
• M.A. with minimum3-5 years method development and validation experience
• Ph.D. with minimum 2-4 years method development and validation experience

Basic Minimum Work Requirements:

• Previous Pharma and /or CRO, Clinical Laboratory experience required.
• Experience in designing and performing ligand binding assays.
• Experience with operational process improvement programs.
• Experience with direct client contact in industry
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

The Ideal Candidate Possesses the Following:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to perform statistical analysis and data interpretation
• Computer proficiency in MS Word, Excel and instrumentation software.
• Proven ability to compile data and create data reports
• Ability to work in a laboratory setting, meeting the physical requirements of laboratory experiments.
• Ability to read, write and interpret documents such as standard operating procedures and technical reports
• Ability to solve practical problems and troubleshoot assays
• Ability to multitask with good time management
• Organizational skills to manage multiple priorities
• Proven to effectively communicate oral and in write to coworkers count ...

Additional Information

Position isfull-time working Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm,and additional hours as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance to Lenexa, KS are encouraged to apply.

• Location: 15 Research Park Dr., St. Charles, MO 63304
• 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 Clinical Trial Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.