Senior Scientist

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 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.

Job Description

• Develop, qualify and validate analytical test methods for drug product, intermediates and excipients
• Design and execute analytical development studies
• Write analytical method validation protocols and reports
• Write and maintain applicable SOPs
• Provide analytical support to QC, Process Engineering and Manufacturing as applicable
• Perform externally generated data review
• Assist in development stability study design and protocol writing
• Assist management during regulatory inspections and internal audits

Qualifications

• Must have hands on experience with aseptic techniques, mammalian cell culture and plate/cell-based assays
• Experience with a subset of the following: cellular reporter assays, cytotoxicity assays, LNP potency assays, RNA isolation, qPCR, transfection, cell-based potency assays, ELISA, Flow Cytometry, would be a plus.
• 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

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors and/or Masters degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology or related discipline
• PHD degree in related field with 1-2 years of experience is allowed. 
• 5-7 years of contract laboratory/research or relevant industry experience
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information

Position is full-time, Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm.  Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of San Diego, CA are encouraged to apply.

Position Salary Range- $65,000- $90,000 (based on experience, education) 

• 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 is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.