Bioassay Scientist - Group Leader

Company Description

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.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 47,000 staff across a network of more than 900 independent companies in over 50 countries and operating more than 800 laboratories. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing

If you’re looking for a rewarding career, apply with us today!  

Job Description

We’re seeking a seasoned professional with a strong biopharmaceutical background who thrives in a hands-on laboratory environment and leads by example. This role combines technical execution with strategic oversight, offering opportunities to guide junior team members, influence best practices, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, adaptable, and proactive—someone who not only excels in problem-solving but also fosters collaboration, drives operational excellence, and helps shape a high-performing team culture.

Responsibilities include: 

• IVE skills in a biopharmaceutical environment
• Perform flow cytometric assays
• Execute multiple cell-based assays
• Cell culture and maintaining aseptic technique
• Prepare standards and samples for analysis
• Monitoring and replenishing lab reagents and solutions
• Maintain, calibrate, and operate instrumentation in the laboratory
• Document work as required for GMP compliance
• Execute work by standard operating procedures, with attention to detail, and with strong organizational skills
• Interact effectively with peers and leaders as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Leadership Responsibilities: 

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members.
• Lead by example in maintaining high standards for data integrity, documentation, and compliance.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance in sample handling operations.
• Support onboarding and training of new team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
• Contribute to strategic planning and resource allocation to support evolving project and organizational needs.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree with 4-6 years of experience, or Master’s degree with 2-4 years of experience, OR equivalent
• Must have prior experience with IVE
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Strong attention to detail and adherence to procedures for generating reproducible data
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, data analysis tools, and related software
• Quick learner with multitasking ability and strong record-keeping and compliance skills
• Critical thinker with solid troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Self-motivated, adaptable team player with a positive attitude
• PCR experience is preferred
• Experience working in a GMP environment is a plus

Additional Information

What to Expect in the Hiring Process: 

• 10-15 Minute Phone Interview with Region Recruiter
• 45-60 Minute Virtual Interview with Manager and/or Group Leader
• 30 Minute Virtual Interview with Site Director 

Additional Details: 

The position is full-time, first shift, Monday-Friday from 8 am-5 pm. Candidates must be flexible to adapt to schedule changes requiring shift changes and/or weekend work, an