Downstream Process Development Engineer

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 works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 47,000 staff across a network of more than 900 independent companies in over 50 countries and operating more than 800 laboratories. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing.

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.

The Downstream Process Development Engineer plays a critical role in the development and scale-up of purification processes for biopharmaceutical products. Working within the Downstream Process Development Pilot team, this position supports pilot-scale operations, technology transfer, and the generation of non-GMP material to advance product development from early-stage research through to manufacturing readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute pilot-scale downstream purification processes, including chromatography, ultrafiltration/diafiltration (UF/DF), and filtration techniques.
• Collaborate with scientists and engineers to design and implement experimental protocols that support process development and scale-up.
• Operate and troubleshoot equipment such as AKTA chromatography systems and TFF units; utilize software tools like Unicorn and JMP for data analysis.
• Draft and maintain technical documentation including SOPs, batch records, and experimental reports.
• Support technology transfer activities by preparing and consolidating technical documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Interpret experimental data independently and contribute to technical reports and presentations.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on project timelines, deliverables, and process requirements.

• Bachelors degree in Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, or related field with 3+ years of relevant industry experience, or Masters degree with 1+ year of experience.
• Hands-on experience with downstream purification processes and pilot-scale operations (501000L scale).
• Proficiency in chromatography, UF/DF, depth filtration, and sterile filtration techniques.
• Familiarity with AKTA systems, Unicorn software, and other analytical tools.
• Strong documentation, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Experience with technology transfer and scale-up to GMP manufacturing is highly desirable.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

What to Expect in the Hiring Process:

• 10-15 Minute Phone Interview with Region Recruiter
• 45-60 Minute Virtual Interview with Manager and/or Group Leader
• 45-60 Minute Site Visit to Meet the Team

The position is Full Time, Monday-Friday, 8 am-5 pm . Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lexington, MA, 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 Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services (PSS) is a global, award-winning insourcing solution that places our people at our clients sites, dedicated to running and managing laboratory services while eliminating headcount, co-employment, and project-management worries.

We infuse our 55-year 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 www.eurofinsus.com .

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