mRNA Process Development Scientist – IVT & Purification

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

Eurofins is seeking a Process Development Scientist to join the mRNA process development team in Boston. You will produce RNA constructs and carry out preparative purification chromatography while performing analytical methods to characterize samples.

The role requires 1+ years (or 6 months with MS) in chemistry/biochemistry, strong data analysis skills, and meticulous attention to detail. On-site, weekdays, with comprehensive benefits and eligibility for performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or biochemistry with 1+ years lab experience, or M.S. with at least 6 months experience.
• Experience with IVT and RNA biochemistry methods.
• Experience with TFF, CGE, AKTA chromatography, HPLC, and ELISA.
• Experience with good documentation practices and electronic lab notebooks such as Benchling.
• Strong safety mindset and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform in vitro transcription (IVT) and purification experiments (chromatography, tangential flow filtration).
• Perform analytical methods including CGE, Akta chromatography, HPLC, and ELISA.
• Process data and provide summaries to team members and stakeholders.
• Prepare buffers, reagents, and stock solutions for process development.
• Maintain a lab notebook, order materials, maintain equipment, and assist troubleshooting.
• Uphold lab safety to the highest standards.

Skills

Molecular biology

RNA biochemistry

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry/chemical engineering/biochemistry

Master's degree in chemistry/chemical engineering/biochemistry

Tools

Benchling

AKTA chromatography

HPLC

ELISA

Tangential flow filtration (TFF)

Job description

Eurofins is seeking a Process Development Scientist to join the mRNA process development team in Boston. You will produce RNA constructs and carry out preparative purification chromatography while performing analytical methods to characterize samples.

The role requires 1+ years (or 6 months with MS) in chemistry/biochemistry, strong data analysis skills, and meticulous attention to detail. On-site, weekdays, with comprehensive benefits and eligibility for performance bonuses.