Biochemist

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

The role will entail supporting drug discovery programs by the execution of in-vitro assays under the direction of a more senior staff member.

• Developing and executing cell-based assays and experimental studies using standard and innovative scientific approaches and techniques
  • Tissue culture, cell-based compound testing, and the use of a variety of immunoassay techniques to quantify protein and post-translational modifications in culture medium and cell lysate
• Utilize assay formats like plate-based ELISA, AlphaLISA, GTRF and immunofluorescence, qPCR
• Perform data analysis and interpret results of experiments with collaboration from other scientists

Work will be performed in a BSL2 or BSL2 setting

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Completed Bachelors degree or Masters degree in Pharmacology or other related discipline and 3-5 years of experience, preferably in an industry setting
• Skilled in performing and/or developing immunological assays to support drug discovery
• Experience with molecular biology techniques such as transfection, utilization of AAV or Bacmams
• Ability to perform sterile Tissue Culture and to apply treatments to cells
• Knowledge in automation, data analysis, molecular biology and cell biology
• Ability to work independently and team orientated
• Ability to collaborate with other scientists
• Ability to communicate clearly and candidly
• Willing to learn novel technical skills
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Desired Skills:

• Previous experience working with live viruses
• Previous experience with automated liquid handlers (combi/multi drop, Bravo, and ECHO acoustic dispenser)
• Previous experience with readers (Envision, PHERAstar, MSD, and Acumen Explorer)
• Knowledge of virology, HIV and techniques to handle live viruses
• Experience with curve fitting data analysis software (GraphPad, Spotfire, GeneData) and ELN

Additional Information

Position is full-time, Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of West Point, PA are encouraged to apply. 

• 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.