Molecular Biology Analyst - Nucleic Acid & mRNA-LNP Assays

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental and vision

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Bonus potential

Job summary

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is seeking a skilled scientist to support an Analytical Development team focused on oligonucleotide and mRNA-LNP characterization. You will design and execute molecular biology and cell-based assays, analyze data, and contribute to method development and transfer.

The role requires independence, meticulous documentation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Full-time hours, competitive benefits, and adherence to GDP/GLP standards are provided.

Qualifications

• BS in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Bioengineering, Biochemistry or related field with 3+ years of relevant industry experience or MS with 1+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Hands-on laboratory experience with pipetting, liquid handling, sample preparation, and safe handling of biological and chemical materials.
• Hands-on experience developing, optimizing, and executing nucleic acid assays, including qPCR, RT-qPCR, dPCR, and/or ddPCR, including primer and probe design.
• Proficient in immunoassay-based analyses such as ELISA or MSD.
• Experience planning and conducting experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, troubleshooting technical challenges, and preparing technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of laboratory quality requirements, GDP/GLP, and data-analysis tools; MS Office proficiency.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without current or future sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, optimize, and execute molecular biology and cell-based assays supporting oligonucleotide and mRNA-LNP analytical characterization.
• Plan and conduct experiments with minimal supervision, including sample preparation, data analysis, interpretation, and reporting.
• Contribute to analytical method development, qualification, validation, transfer, and routine execution.
• Troubleshoot technical challenges and improve assay performance, laboratory workflows, data quality, and operational efficiency.
• Translate broadly defined assignments into clear experimental objectives, timelines, and deliverables while adapting to changing priorities.
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic laboratory records.
• Author or review protocols, SOPs, technical reports, method documentation, and regulatory submission content, as appropriate.
• Communicate results, conclusions, technical risks, and recommendations through reports, presentations, and team discussions.
• Collaborate with laboratory colleagues, cross-functional teams, and internal or external partners while promoting knowledge sharing and continuous learning.
• Support laboratory operations, including equipment readiness, reagent and inventory management, and compliance with GDP, GLP, quality systems, safety requirements, and established procedures.
• Evaluate scientific literature, emerging technologies, and new analytical approaches to strengthen analytical capabilities and address evolving research and development needs.

Skills

Molecular biology

qPCR

RT-qPCR

ddPCR

ELISA

MSD

Data analysis

GDP/GLP

Pipetting

Work authorization

Education

BS in Molecular Biology

MS in Molecular Biology

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Data analysis tools

Job description

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is seeking a skilled scientist to support an Analytical Development team focused on oligonucleotide and mRNA-LNP characterization. You will design and execute molecular biology and cell-based assays, analyze data, and contribute to method development and transfer.

The role requires independence, meticulous documentation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Full-time hours, competitive benefits, and adherence to GDP/GLP standards are provided.