Associate Scientist

Company 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 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 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.

About the role

The Scientist joining our team is responsible for executing and supporting the development, qualification, validation, and transfer of cell-based bioassays in a GMP-regulated laboratory environment. This role contributes to critical testing activities for biologics, cell and gene therapies, vaccines, and other pharmaceutical products by generating scientifically sound, high-quality data to support product development, release, stability programs, and regulatory submissions.

Responsibilities

• Perform cell-based potency, functional, neutralization, reporter gene, proliferation, viability, and ELISA assays.
• Maintain mammalian cell cultures and prepare reagents, standards, and controls.
• Execute GMP release, stability, characterization, and comparability studies.
• Monitor assay performance using established system suitability criteria and control trending.
• Support assay development, optimization, qualification, validation, and method transfer activities.
• Execute studies assessing precision, accuracy, specificity, linearity, range, robustness, and system suitability.
• Afford assistance with data evaluation, acceptance criteria establishment, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze data using bioassay and statistical software.
• Evaluate dose-response curves, relative potency, and assay suitability.
• Author and review protocols, reports, SOPs, and technical summaries.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and GMP-compliant laboratory records.
• Perform work in accordance with GMP, GDP, GLP, ALCOA+, and established quality systems.
• Participate in deviations, OOS/OOT investigations, CAPAs, and change controls.
• Support internal, client, and regulatory audits.
• Work closely with project managers, QA, study directors, and scientific staff.
• Support client interactions, technology transfers, and laboratory continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Education: BS or MS in Biology, Cell Biology, Immunology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, or related scientific discipline.
• Experience: BS with 2–4 years or MS with 1–2 years of relevant laboratory experience in industry settings.
• Technical Skills: Mammalian cell culture and aseptic technique, Cell-based assay execution and troubleshooting, Data analysis and interpretation, Technical writing and documentation, Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and scientific software.
• Preferred: Cell-based potency, reporter gene, ADCC, and neutralization assays, ELISA, flow cytometry, and ligand-binding assays, qPCR/ddPCR methods, GraphPad Prism, SoftMax Pro, PLA, JMP, or similar software, GMP assay validation experience.

Competencies

• Ability to work flexible schedules, including occasional non-standard hours, as needed to support laboratory operations and client.
• Strong desire and ability to learn, adapt to, and master new laboratory techniques, technologies, and scientific methodologies.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented with the ability to work independently.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data integrity.
• Strong scientific and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to quality and regulatory compliance.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.

Physical Requirements

• Perform routine laboratory activities including standing, pipetting, and equipment operation.
• Work in biosafety cabinets and cell culture laboratories.
• Lift and move laboratory supplies up to 25 pounds.

Additional Information

Position is full-time. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of San Diego, CA 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 holiday, Compensation Range - $31.5/hr Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.