Biochemist (Upstream)

Job Description:

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 Organisation 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 Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised 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 decentralised 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 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

• Initiate and grow up flasks of culture
• Read flask cell densities on the Vi-Cell and calculate passage volumes
• Set up WAVE Bioreactors
• Set up 50L SUBs
• Sample WAVEs and SUBs
• Order feeds and media for flasks and bioreactors
• Set up feeds and feed bioreactors
• Set up harvests and harvest bioreactors, with or without concentration, and deliver to purification
• General lab cleanup and maintenance (cleanup after harvest, take out fiber drums, recycle media bottles)
• Inventory management of lab consumables and enter into app
• Adhering to Good Documentation Practices
• Maintenance of a clean and safe working environment
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills will be necessary to interface with multiple clients at the same time.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office software.
  • Bachelor's degree in Science or other related degree concentration, or equivalent directly-related experience (two years of directly related industry experience is equivalent to one full-time year of college in a related major)
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team with internal and external clients, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
  • Ability to learn new techniques, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
  • Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
  • Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and experience interacting with people from a wide range of skill levels and experience
  • Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and possess self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
  • Demonstrated ability to work as an independent, self-motivated, detail-oriented, result-driven and highly flexible team-player in a fast-paced working environment
  • Strong focus on quality, teamwork, and productivity
    • Position is full-time, 8:00 am- 5:00 pm Overtime as needed.
    • Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Indianapolis, IN , 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
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    • Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
    
    
    Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
    
    Job Criteria:
    Start Date: ASAP
    Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
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    Contact Information: Contact Name: Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services, LLC Company Type: Company: Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services, LLC City: State: Zip: