Method Development Bioassay Analyst

At Eurofins PSS, we work with leading international companies across the pharma, medical device, food, cosmetic & consumer products industries - who all trust us with their mission-critical testing. For 20 years, our international network of teams have served clients at their sites, across 20 countries.

PSS® is part of Eurofins Scientific, an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services across multiple industries, through a network of over 950 laboratories in 60 countries, and c.a. 63,000 employees.

Life at Eurofins is a meritocracy, where people are empowered to make decisions and are rewarded for their success, allowing them to advance quickly. Become your most extraordinary self with support and development throughout your career.

• Work with multiple scientists to support method development and transfer in molecular, biochemical and cell based assays
• Electronic notebook experience with ELN and NG9 system will be beneficial.
• Automation experience with Hamilton, Assist plus systems will be plus.
• Perform careful documentation of studies, data analysis and preparing the data from studies in presentable manner.
• Maintain clear and detailed documentation of experimental records, independently analyze and interpret data.
• Cell culture maintenance
• Media preparation
• Aliquoting
• Clean biosafety cabinets at least twice a year
• Maintain water levels in incubators/water baths
• Ordering and restocking reagents/disposables
• Perform instrument maintenance to ensure instruments run correctly (monthly calibrations, summer/winter shutdown procedures, etc.), and submit paperwork
• Schedule and accompany vendors for instrument repairs
• Maintain freezer/refrigerator inventories
• Assist with data integrity of analytical data for bioproducts

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters in Cell biology, Biochemistry, Molecular biology, Pharmacology
• At least 2 years of molecular biology research in an academic lab or in industry
• Experience with basic Biology/Molecular biology or Biochemistry techniques
• Experience with cell culture
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies

Preferred Experience

• Hands-on Experience in bioassays such as cell-based assay and binding assays (ELISA/SPR) development.
• Molecular biology experience such as cloning, PCR, Transfections using chemical and electroporation techniques, Generation of lentivirus, Single cell cloning, Reporter gene assay development.
• Experience biochemical testing, such as enzymatic assays.
• Experience with FACS, RTPCR, ddPCR, Western blot techniques.
• Experience with large molecules such as antibodies, fusion protein, peptides. 
• Experience with multiple plate reader technologies for detection of absorbance, fluorescence, luminescence. Familiar with Molecular devices plate reader software such as SoftMax Pro. BioTek plate readers. 

• The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
• May be requested to work on weekends, overtime, and holidays based on business needs.
• 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.