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 Organization 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 Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized 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 decentralized 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 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years. Position Responsibilities: The scientist filing this position will serve as the primary technical lead for cell-based potency, plate-based assays, qPCR, ELISA, and working with master cell banks. Work will be conducted in a cGMP testing environment. The candidate will be responsible for general laboratory and operational support, including: * Execute and analyze data from experiments * Compile raw data, perform data trending, and write detailed comprehensive summary reports of assay development and quality control activities * Provide support in document and SOP review, data entry, and data analysis * Ensure general maintenance of the laboratory, equipment, and inventory * Ensure proper and timely completion of testing and tasks as assigned * Revise test methods or equipment SOPs, raw material specification, and/or sample plans as appropriate * Identify and facilitate continuous improvements in QC laboratory and systems * Maintain instrumentation and supporting documentation in a cGMP compliant manner * Assist in the implementation of new assay methodologies and the associated instrumentation * Identify and support initiation and completion of deviations, CAPAs, and laboratory investigations * Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, or related degree concentration and a minimum of 5 years of laboratory experience, masters degree with a minimum of 2 years of laboratory experience. * Good dexterity; positive attitude; solution driven; good work habits (organized, efficient, careful, safety-conscious, accurate); attention to detail; sound scientific logic; good oral and written communication skills; understanding of multiple instrumentation platforms; client service focused; demonstration of organizational skills; ability to independently work on complex projects; ability to multitask; technical writing skills * Industry experience with cell based laboratory testing, preferably in a GLP/ cGMP environment * Industry experience with cell-based Potency, qPCR, ELISA, and working with master cell banks * Proficient with Aseptic technique * Possess a basic understanding of instrument installation, maintenance, and qualification in a GxP environment. Position is full-time, first shift Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Portage, MI are encouraged to apply. Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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