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We are seeking an innovative and highly skilled Scientist to join our Vaccine Analytical Research and Development team. This role focuses on developing and implementing advanced analytical methods for detecting and quantifying microbes and performing detailed genetic characterization of cells. The successful candidate will leverage cuttingedge technologies including ddPCR microfluidic PCR and advanced sequencing techniques such as targeted sequencing copy number variation (CNV) analysis structural methods and optical mapping to advance vaccine development.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Method Development and Optimization:
Develop and optimize stateoftheart nucleic acidbased methods (e.g. ddPCR microfluidic PCR) for the sensitive detection and quantification of microbes.
Design sequencingbased protocols including targeted sequencing for cell line genetic characterization.
Implement novel approaches for analyzing copy number variations structural variations and optical mapping to provide deep insights into genetic integrity.
2. Technology Innovation:
Evaluate and integrate cuttingedge analytical technologies and methodologies into existing workflows to enhance sensitivity specificity and robustness.
Stay at the forefront of technological advancements identifying and adopting emerging tools and techniques that drive innovation in vaccine analytics.
3. Data Analysis and Interpretation:
Perform indepth data analysis using advanced bioinformatics tools to interpret complex genetic and microbial datasets.
Translate findings into actionable insights to support vaccine research and manufacturing processes.
4. Documentation and Knowledge Sharing:
Generate highquality technical documentation including protocols reports and scientific presentations.
Share insights and expertise with crossfunctional teams to promote collaboration and scientific excellence.
Qualifications :
Qualifications:
1. Education and Experience:
PhD in Molecular Microbiology Molecular Cell Biology Biochemistry or a related field with at least 3 years of experience in vaccine development molecular analytics or related areas.
Demonstrated expertise in developing and applying advanced nucleic acidbased technologies.
2. Technical Expertise:
Extensive experience with ddPCR microfluidic PCR and nextgeneration sequencing (NGS) protocols including targeted sequencing and CNV analysis.
Strong understanding of structural methods and optical mapping for genetic characterization.
Proficiency in troubleshooting and optimizing molecular assay workflows.
3. Analytical and Innovative Mindset:
Proven ability to integrate novel technologies and solve complex analytical challenges in a dynamic environment.
Strong critical thinking and data interpretation skills to extract meaningful insights from complex datasets.
4. Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with microbial detection and quantification in biologics.
Familiarity with bioinformatics tools for NGS data analysis and visualization.
4. Strong communication skills in English. French would be nice to have.
Additional Information :
What Happens Next
Our people are the backbone of what we do so its incredibly important we find the right individuals to join us. As a potential new recruit youll be invited to meet the team in the form of an assessment center or a staged interview process dependent on the role and its requirements this will give you the opportunity to see what working for Eurofins is really like and enable us to get you know your key skills and strengths.
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Closing Date
We reserve the right to close or extend this position depending on application numbers. Therefore we would urge candidates to submit an application as early as possible.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive please be aware that if you do not receive a response within 4 weeks of the vacancy expiry date unfortunately on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Full-time