Eurofins Discovery provides lab research services for pharmaceutical and biotech organizations in a wide range of therapeutic areas to promote novel therapies for patients in need. This role will conduct industry leading cellbased and analytical assays in a laboratory setting with automated and classical methods.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Performs work in a laboratory setting meeting the physical job requirements of a lab role
- Prepares and manages inventory of buffers reagents media semifinished and finished goods
- Maintains cell culture in a BSL2 laboratory and adheres to cleanroom guidelines and aseptic technique according to protocols
- Generates data by performing lab assays in ADME Toxicology Ion Channel Translational Biology Cell and Gene Therapy and Large Molecule Services
- Conducts production assays with recombinant primary and traditional cell models used in human tissues to cells and cellbased bioassays
- Performs data calculations and analysis provides QC review of data and project reports
- Supports midsize laboratory research and development projects with minimal supervision
- Demonstrates proficiency with care and maintenance of lab equipment and department assets
- Conducts responsible use of confidential IT and business systems as required
- Adheres to department SOPs and documentation requirements maintains accurate data management and reporting
- Works effectively in a team environment under minimum direction to achieve project timelines delivery to customers and quality objectives
- Supports unit goals and demonstrates Eurofins competencies as defined in the job plan
- Provides training to colleagues and external end users when required
- Contributes to scientific community and site research and development objectives
- Adjusts work hours and provides crossfunctional support to other departments as required and maintains accountability in delivering to client needs/timelines
- Routinely communicates project updates to internal and external clients
- Understands and complies with quality management requirements and GxP compliance
- Completes required training and supports 100% of Employee Health and Safety requirements
Qualifications :
- Demonstrated experience supporting cellbased and analytical methods in a dynamic service lab
- Experience in good documentation practices and lab recordkeeping
- B.A. or B.S. with at least 2 years of relevant experience
- M.A. or M.S. with at least 1 year of relevant experience or an equivalent of education and experience
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience with in vitro enzymatic assays HPLC GC coupled with Mass Spectrometry ELISA High Content Imaging Electrophysiology or Flow Cytometry assays
- Experience supporting services in a GLP or cGMP laboratory
- Experience with method development and optimization
- Experience with automation robotics or HTS applications
- Experience in leading and delivering results in R&D lab setting
- Experience in recombinant cellline development
- Demonstrates a positive attitude capacity for team environment and exhibits a genuine interest in drug discovery in support of advancing human health
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations statistical analyses and data interpretation
- Lab equipment expertise and office computer/software proficiency
- Ability to review and QC release data and scientific reports
- Ability to crosstrain on new methods and support crossfunctional demands.
- Ability to mentor and train new team members
Additional Information :
The position is fulltime MondayFriday 8 a.m.5 p.m. with overtime as needed. Candidates within a commutable distance of Saint Charles MO 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 Discovery Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime