Scientist (Downstream Support Lab)

Company DescriptionEurofins 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.Job DescriptionThe Scientist will provide hands-on support to the lab's process development, process monitoring, and manufacturing support work. Key responsibilities may include but are not limited to;Train on and then independently execute flow cytometry sample preparation and assay development experimentsPrepare various media solutions for upstream or downstream laboratory experimentsTrain on and then independently execute additional analytical testing for lab studies, including :Moisture testingMetabolic analyzers (e.g. BioProfile)UV/Vis spectroscopyUPLCDynamic Light ScatteringDocument lab work in a data integrity and GDP-compliant manner in an electronic laboratory notebook and/or paper protocolsComplete second scientist reviews in laboratory notebooks and technical documentsAdhere to a safe working culture: participate in lab safety walk-throughs, and follow all site- and lab-safety procedures including biosafety requirements, cross-contamination procedures, PPE, etc.Strong pipetting techniques requiredQualificationsBachelors degree in a scientific concentrationAuthorization to work in the United StatesDesired skills:Knowledge of downstream purification and/or processing (experience with AKTAs / general chromatography, TFF/DFF, homogenization, etc.)General GMP/GDP knowledgeLSS experience (problem-solving mindset)Pharmacy Industry experience Additional InformationThis position is Full-Time, M-F first shift 8am-5pm for 3 weeks out of the month and 1 week on 3rd shift 4days - 10hr shifts - flexibility is needed to support manufacturing needswith overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Durham, NC are encouraged to apply. Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision optionsLife and disability insurance401(k) with company matchPaid vacation and holidaysEurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.