Primary Structure Characterization Scientist

Eurofins; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Eurofins USA is seeking a Primary Structure Characterization Scientist to perform and document biochemical characterization analyses of monoclonal antibodies, with emphasis on LC and LC/MS methods, for pharmaceutical development in a biosafety-lab setting.

This full-time role requires a BS or MS in Biochemistry, strong organizational and communication skills, and ability to maintain GXP-compliant notebooks; in Malvern, PA with standard 8–5 hours and potential weekend work.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Biochemistry or a related field.
• Basic understanding of amino acid chemistry and protein structure.
• Knowledge of LC and LC/MS analytical methods.
• Ability to perform minimal instrument maintenance.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain laboratory notebooks in a GXP-compliant manner and write technical memos.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine biochemical characterization analyses of monoclonal antibodies to support pharmaceutical development activities, including peptide mapping, oligosaccharide mapping, and related routine methods.
• Prepare, handle, and distribute samples for primary structure studies in accordance with established laboratory procedures and study requirements.
• Collect, analyze, interpret, and report analytical data in alignment with departmental standards and project expectations.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely documentation of assay development, qualification, sample preparation, and data analysis activities.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Good written and verbal communication

GXP notebooks

Technical memos

Authorization to work in the United St

Education

BS or MS in Biochemistry or a related field

Graduate-level education in Biochemistry or related field

Tools

LC

LC/MS

Job description

Primary Structure Characterization Scientist

• Full-time

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.

In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

This position focuses on performing and documenting routine and non-routine biochemical characterization analyses of monoclonal antibodies in support of pharmaceutical development, with emphasis on primary structure studies using LC and LC/MS-based analytical methods. The scientist will support sample preparation, data collection, analysis, and reporting in accordance with departmental requirements, maintain detailed documentation of assay development and qualification activities, and contribute to reliable laboratory execution through organized recordkeeping, basic instrument upkeep, and adherence to applicable procedures.

• Perform routine and non-routine biochemical characterization analyses of monoclonal antibodies to support pharmaceutical development activities, including peptide mapping, oligosaccharide mapping, and related routine methods.
• Prepare, handle, and distribute samples for primary structure studies in accordance with established laboratory procedures and study requirements.
• Collect, analyze, interpret, and report analytical data in alignment with departmental standards and project expectations.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely documentation of assay development, qualification, sample preparation, and data analysis activities.

All work is conducted in a biosafety level 1, 2, or 2+ laboratory environment. Hazardous materials and samples are handled with appropriate PPE, standard laboratory safety practices, and proper laboratory safety systems in place.

Required Education, Experience, and Skills

• BS or MS in Biochemistry or a related field
• Basic understanding of amino acid chemistry and protein structure
• Knowledge of LC and LC/MS analytical methods
• Ability to perform minimal instrument maintenance
• Strong organizational skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain laboratory notebooks in a GXP-compliant manner and write technical memos
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restrictions

Preferred Education, Experience, Skills and Certifications

• Graduate-level education in Biochemistry or a related field
• Experience supporting protein characterization or pharmaceutical development activities

Position is full-time, Monday-Friday 8am-5pm with weekend work as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Malvern, PA

What we offer:

• 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.