Purification Scientist Group Leader

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 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

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field
  • Minimum 4 years of relevant industry lab experience
    OR
• Master’s degree in a related field
  • Minimum 2 years of relevant industry lab experience

Technical Expertise

• Hands-on experience with:
  • Protein solutions
  • Protein chromatography and analytical characterization

Work Authorization

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Strong scientific, organizational, and computer skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and detail-oriented
• Able to work independently and collaboratively
• Committed to continuous improvement and high-quality data delivery

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.