Associate Scientist III - Eurofins USA Discovery Services

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.

Position Summary: Eurofins Discovery provides research services for pharmaceutical and biotech organizations in a wide range of therapeutic areas to develop novel therapies for patients in need. This position will support industry leading cell-based and analytical assays in a lab setting with automated and classical applications. This role requires technical expertise and applied knowledge in a wide range of cell-based and analytical methods, pharmacology principles, as well as leadership traits, troubleshooting skills, and industry/quality laboratory experience.

Basic Minimum Qualifications (BMQ):

• B.A. or B.S. with at least 3 years of relevant experience

• M.A. or M.S. with at least 2 years of relevant experience

• Or an equivalent of education and experience

• Demonstrated experience in a wide range of biological and analytical assays

• Proven mammalian cell culture and bioassay experience with recombinant and primary cells

• Demonstrated experience in data analysis, data QC, reporting in Quality Systems.

• Proficiency in utilizing scientific method and ability to draw observations from scientific results

• Good communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to inspire / mentor others

• Experience in leading and delivering results in R&D / Innovation Projects

• Experience with automation / HTS applications

• Experience contributing independently with exceptional time management and quality metrics

• Experience with project and client leadership in contract services

• Experience in lab troubleshooting and continuous improvement projects

• Proven experience with portfolio expansion/method development and optimization Additional Preferences:

• Experience with HPLC Mass Spectrometry and quantitative analysis

• Experience in recombinant cell line development, primary cell line isolation, tissue digestion • Experience supporting services in a GLP or cGMP laboratory

• Process excellence, LEAN, and project management experience

Ability / Skills (BMQ):

• Ability to work in a laboratory setting, according to the physical requirements of laboratory role

• Broad laboratory experience in relevant department assays, equipment and techniques

• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written skills, including ability to prepare detailed scientific reports and group presentations

• Ability to perform mathematical calculations, statistical analyses, and data interpretation, draw conclusions from data and design experiments. Ability to read, write, and interpret documents, such as standard operating procedures and technical reports

• Ability to establish and improve processes, implement standard operating procedures, maintenance plans, and technical reports

• Demonstrated ability to perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective action programs

• Demonstrated skills in managing lab equipment and office computer/software proficiency • Ability to plan and coordinate multiple projects, and manage time effectively

• Ability to develop new methods, and lead research and development projects

• Ability to review and QC release data/reports, comply with site Quality Assurance requirements

• Ability to lead small, informal sub-teams, train, and train new team members

• Ability to contribute to strategic vision, establishment of new service lines, equipment, and data management systems

• Demonstrates a positive attitude, capacity for team environment, and exhibits a genuine interest in drug discovery in support of advancing human health

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs assays in a laboratory setting, meeting the physical job requirements of a lab role.

• Generates and analyzes data to support lab services: ADME Toxicology, Ion Channel, Translational Biology, Cell and Gene Therapy, and Large Molecule Services

• Conducts assays with recombinant, primary and traditional cell models, including human tissues to cells and cell-based bioassays

• Maintains order in cell culture and analytical laboratory, and adheres to cleanroom guidelines and aseptic technique, according to protocol

• Maintains accurate data management and reporting, with the highest integrity, including quality control review of data for client reports

• Independently leads validation of new methods, and leads expansion of service/product line, equipment, and data management systems to support innovation and R&D efforts

• Forecast and plan laboratory services for delivery within organizational process, client contracts and budget. Supports cost analysis, calculation of cost of goods sold, and cost initiatives.

• Support laboratory personnel and supports management in day-to-day scheduling, training, and development, competency testing, and coaching

• Establish, implement and monitor compliance of laboratory procedures and policies

• Collect and analyze metrics to support departmental goals and ensure conformance and continuous improvement

• Laboratory Document Control, including SOPs, batch records and client deliverables and responsible for record retention compliance

• Provides leadership, training, compliance and reporting for Environmental Health and Safety

• Supports equipment assets, ensuring routine maintenance, annual qualification, & management.

• Oversee laboratory supply chain, purchase of inventory, storage and supplies usage.

• Leads efforts in capital equipment evaluation, acquisition, implementation, and monitoring

• Works effectively in a team environment, under minimum direction, to achieve business production, while adhering to project timelines and quality objectives

• Conducts responsible use of confidential IT and business systems, as required

• Prepares and manages inventory of buffers, reagents, media, semi-finished and finished goods

• Contributes to scientific community, and site research and development objectives

• Supports unit goals and demonstrates Eurofins' competencies, as defined in the job plan

• Conducts work with efficiency, respect, and empathy, in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws

• Understands and complies with requirements for work performed at a GxP site

• Adjusts work hours and provides cross-functional support to other departments, as required, and maintains accountability in delivering to client needs/timelines

• Routinely communicates project updates to internal and external clients

• Support Operations Manager and Lab Supervisors with other duties, as assigned

• 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

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY US employer. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time

Eurofins Viracor BioPharma Services are committed to promoting an equal employment opportunity workplace environment and is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Company that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment  without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy, genetic information (GINA), disability, military and/or veteran status, and/or any other status protected by applicable Federal, state, or local law.  The Company’s policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer all employment-related matters on the basis of an individual's qualifications, abilities and efforts without regard to protected status.

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