What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Laboratory Associate – Purification position at Eurofins?
Company Description
Are you ready to take the next step in your career and join a company that truly values your contributions?
At Eurofins PSS, we offer more than just a job—we provide a rewarding, enriching, and fulfilling career path with opportunities for growth and advancement.
As part of our team, you’ll work in state-of-the-art laboratories alongside passionate professionals dedicated to the testing, development, and advancement of life-saving drug products. Together, we’re making the world a healthier and happier place to live.
Eurofins PSS is a global leader in life sciences, delivering a unique range of analytical testing services that help ensure the safety, authenticity, and accuracy of products and their ingredients. We partner with some of the world’s largest companies to make life and our environment safer, healthier, and more sustainable.
Our people are our chemistry—and we’re looking for talented individuals like you to join us in making a difference.
Job Description
Team Leadership & Operations
- Lead and schedule team members (small team of 5-6) in a client-based lab environment
- Train employees, conduct performance reviews, and manage training records
- Interview candidates and support succession planning
- Foster morale, collaboration, and a positive team culture
- Ensure lab operations meet high standards for quality and efficiency
Scientific & Technical Work
- Execute automated protein purifications using chromatographic techniques, TFF, and AKTA systems
- Characterize protein solutions using Agilent HPLC and SDS-PAGE
- Perform routine analytical measurements (pH, UV-Vis, HPLC)
- Prepare buffers and solutions; maintain inventories and lab equipment
- Clean and maintain AKTA systems (including CIP procedures)
- Document assay data and contribute to study reports
Compliance & Documentation
- Maintain accurate records in electronic lab notebooks
- Participate in investigations and ensure adherence to GLP and company policies
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field
- Minimum 4 years of industry lab experience
- OR
- Master’s degree in a related field
- Minimum 2 years of industry lab experience
- Industry leadership experience is required
Additional Information
- Position is full-time, 8:00 am- 5:00 pm Overtime as needed.
- Position is located in Indianapolis, IN.
- 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
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Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.