Biophysical Analytical Characterization Scientist - Group Leader

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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.

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Eurofins PSS is seeking a Scientist Group Leader to support an Analytical Development team that is responsible for developing and implementing new analytical methods, as well as optimizing and improving current methods for the characterization of raw materials, RNA drug substances, and LNP products and programs at various development stages.

Position Responsibilities:

• Develop, optimize, and execute analytical methods intended for a variety of purposes, including release and stability testing, product characterization, high-throughput analysis, and perform assays for characterization of complex raw materials.
• Review, interpret, and present data within the analytical team and cross-functionally.
• Provide technical oversight for troubleshooting and phase-appropriate qualification and validation of analytical assays for the analysis of gRNA, mRNA, and LNP.
• Work in partnership with internal and/or external QC to coordinate analytical method transfer within the organization or at Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs)/Contract Testing Laboratories (CTLs).
• Author, review, and revise technical source documents to support phase-appropriate comparability.
• Serve as the CMC representative on cross-functional project teams.
• Provide technical oversight to guide analytical/QC investigations, as needed.
• Actively collaborate with internal and external process development and quality teams.
• Train and mentor junior team members.

Group Leader responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Support and monitor the performance of team members
• Participate in new hire interviews and onboarding processes
• Disseminate administrative communications and promote company vision
• Ensure adherence to highest quality and efficiency standards in laboratory operations
• Ensure coverage and performance
• Perform administrative tasks to support team member growth and development
• Balance technical work with leadership responsibilities
• Foster morale, collaboration, and teamwork with the group

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biophysics, or related field with 3-4 years of biotech industry experience or M.S. degree with 1-2 year of biotech industry experience.
• Analytical chemistry laboratory skills.
• Experience with the following: HPLC/UPLC and CE.
• Previous experience developing methods for mRNA (gRNA and LNP are a plus).
• Strong leadership, initiative, and teambuilding skills.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proactive and positive mindset.

Preferred Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biophysics, or related field with 2-4 years of biotech industry experience or M.S. degree with 3-7 years of biotech industry experience or B.S. degree with 5+ years of biotech industry experience.
• Experience with HPLC/UPLC, MS, UV/Vis, and FTIR.
• Strong understanding of advanced characterization technologies and data interpretations such as cryo-TEM, NMR, DLS, AUC, etc.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

The position is full-time, first shift, Monday-Friday with overtime as needed. Candidates living within a commutable distance of Boston, MA are encouraged to apply.

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
• Compensation: $39.00-$56.00 per hour based on education and experience

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