Associate Scientist Cell Culture responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Performs work in a laboratory setting meeting the physical job requirements of a lab role
- Prepares and manages inventory of buffers reagents media semi-finished and finished goods
- Maintains cell culture in a BSL2 laboratory and adheres to cleanroom guidelines and aseptic technique according to protocols
- Adheres to department SOPs and documentation requirements maintains accurate data management and reporting
- Generates data by performing lab assays in Ion Channel Services and other business units as needed
- Conducts production assays with recombinant primary and traditional cell models used in human tissues to cells and cell-based bioassays
- Understands and complies with requirements for work performed at a GxP site
- Completes required training and supports 100% of Employee Health and Safety requirements
- Demonstrates proficiency with care and maintenance of lab equipment and department assets
- Conducts responsible use of confidential IT and business systems as required
- 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
- Works effectively in a team environment under minimum direction to achieve business production project timelines and quality objectives
- 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
- Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications :
Basic Minimum Education Qualifications:
- B.S. or equivalent experience in the field of Computer Science and/or Engineering
- B.A. or B.S. in the life science field with relevant laboratory experience
- M.A. or M.S. Degree in the life science field
Basic Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum 0-2 years of relevant laboratory experience
- Experience with mammalian cell culture (CHO HEK293K primary cell cultures)
- Experience in a contract research organization
- Experience supporting services in a GLP or cGMP laboratory
- Experience in leading and delivering results in R&D lab setting
- Experience in recombinant cell-line development
- Ability to read write and interpret documents SOPs and technical reports
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations statistical analyses and data interpretation
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
The ideal candidate would possess:
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to multitask with organization and manage time effectively
- Demonstrates a positive attitude capacity for team environment and exhibits a genuine interest in drug discovery in support of advancing human health
- Ability to solve practical problems and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work in a laboratory setting according to the physical requirements of a laboratory role
- Lab equipment expertise and office computer/software proficiency
- Above average oral and written communication skills
- Ability to independently complete tasks with minimal to moderate supervision and communicate delays
Additional Information :
Position is working full-time Monday Wednesday Friday Sunday 8:00am - 6:30pm with overtime as needed. Candidates must be within a commutable distance to St Charles MO.
- 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 :
Full-time