mRNA Process Development Scientist

LabRulez; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Yearly bonus eligibility

Job summary

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is seeking a Scientific and Research Fellow, Molecular biology, Liquid chromatography, to join our mRNA process development team in Boston. The role focuses on production and analysis of RNA constructs, IVT, chromatography purification, and analytical methods.

The candidate should have a relevant degree with lab experience in RNA biology, TFF, CGE, and Benchling, and be committed to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or biochemistry with required lab experience.
• Experience with RNA biochemistry methods including IVT.
• Experience with CGE, HPLC, ELISA and chromatography.
• Familiarity with electronic lab notebooks (Benchling) and good documentation practices.
• Commitment to safety and ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform IVT and purification experiments (chromatography, TFF).
• Perform analytical methods (CGE, HPLC, ELISA).
• Process data and provide summaries to team and stakeholders.
• Prepare buffers and reagents per SOPs; maintain lab notebooks and gear.
• Uphold safety standards and support lab operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

B.S. in chemistry

M.S. in chemistry

Tools

Benchling

HPLC

ELISA

Job description

Scientific and Research Fellow, Molecular biology, Liquid chromatography

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, environment, 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.

mRNA Process Development Scientist

Job Description

We are seeking a process development scientist to join the messenger-RNA (mRNA) process development team. The successful candidate will be contributing to early and operational tech development. In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for production and analysis of RNA constructs and carrying out preparative and purification chromatography.

• Perform in vitro transcription (IVT) and purification (chromatography, tangential flow filtration) experiments.
• Perform analytical methods including but not limited to capillary gel electrophoresis (CGE), Akta chromatography, HPLC, and ELISA.
• Process the data and provide data summaries to team members and key stakeholders.
• Prepare buffers, reagents, and stock solutions used for process development activities, following established recipes and SOPs.
• Maintain an updated lab notebook, order materials, maintain lab equipment, and support equipment troubleshooting as needed.
• Uphold lab safety to the highest level of standards.

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or biochemistry (or related field) with 1+years of relevant laboratory experience, or M.S. degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or biochemistry (or related field) with at least 6 monthsof relevant laboratory experience.
• Experience with molecular biology and RNA biochemistry methods including IVT
• Experience with tangential flow filtration (TFF), capillary gel electrophoresis (CGE), Akta chromatography, HPLC, and ELISA.
• Experience with good documentation practices and electronic lab notebooks such as Benchling.
• Unwavering commitment to safety protocols and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, work planning, data analysis, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow SOPs, and comply with company policies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, inquisitive, self-motivated, and enthusiasm to learn and contribute in a fast-paced environment.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience developing processes for RNA-LNP, protein, mAB, or AAV therapeutics or vaccines (experience with RNA therapeutics is preferred).

Additional Information

Position is Full Time, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm.

Excellent full-time benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Eligibility for yearly goal-based bonus & merit-based increases
• Compensation: $32.00-$41.00 per hour based on education and related experience

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