Upstream Process Development Scientist

Were looking for a motivated individual with a background in biology biochemistry or a related field to join our lab team. In this role youll work handson with cell cultures and protein expression to support meaningful scientific work. Ideal for someone with strong lab skills whos eager to grow in a collaborative fastpaced environment.

Responsibilities include: 

• Perform largescale (up to 10 L) expression of recombinant proteins and viruslike particles (VLPs) by transient transfection of suspension mammalian cells across multiple expression systems including shake flask and WAVE bioreactor technology
• Work closely with other scientists in the expression group and coordinate with the protein purification and characterization groups in the facility
• Optimize expression conditions for challenging proteins including multimeric proteins to improve yield and quality
• Maintain and troubleshoot bioreactor systems ensuring optimal performance and sterility
• Analyze and interpret data from cell culture experiments including growth curves protein expression levels and metabolic profiles
• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to integrate protein expression processes into larger research and development projects
• Ensure compliance with all safety protocols and regulatory requirements in the laboratory

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications:

• M.S. in Biology Biochemistry or a related scientific field; or
• B.S. in Biology Biochemistry or a related field with 2 years of relevant postgraduate experience in a scientific setting (industrial experience preferred)
• Authorized to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Handson experience with suspension mammalian cell cultures
• Familiarity with largescale cell culture (up to 10L) and bioreactor systems including WAVE bioreactors
• Experience using cell culture analyzers such as the BioProfile FLEX
• Skilled in optimizing expression conditions for challenging proteins including multimeric proteins
• Strong foundation in sterile technique and aseptic cell culture practices
• Proficient in working within biosafety cabinets (BSCs)
• Experience with mammalian cell culture tasks: passaging counting and preparing dilutions
• Knowledge of recombinant protein expression via transient transfection in mammalian systems
• Proficiency in protein analysis methods: SDSPAGE Western blotting and UVVis spectroscopy

Additional Information :

This position is FullTime MondayFriday 9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. with overtime as needed and the potential for some offshift hours as depending on the project. Candidates living within a commutable distance of West Point PA are encouraged to apply.

Excellent fulltime benefits include: 

• comprehensive medical coverage dental and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services (PSS) is a global awardwinning insourcing solution that places our people at our clients sites dedicated to running and managing laboratory services while eliminating headcount coemployment and projectmanagement worries.

We infuse our 55year track record of scientific and laboratory operations expertise as well as HR and great place to work best practices to recruit hire train and manage highly qualified scientists to perform laboratory services using our clients quality systems and equipment.

To learn more about Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories please explore our website .

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime