mRNA Process Development Scientist

Eurofins Professional Scientific Services (PSS) focuses on professional growth within the biopharmaceutical industry, offering supportive teams, tools for development, work-life balance, and a competitive benefits package. Eurofins Scientific is a global leader in analytical testing services across food, environmental, pharmaceutical, and cosmetics sectors, ensuring product safety, authenticity, and accurate labeling.

About the role

We are seeking a Process Development Scientist to join our messenger-RNA (mRNA) process development team. The successful candidate will contribute to early and operational tech development, including production and analysis of RNA constructs, preparative and purification chromatography, and supporting lab operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform in vitro transcription (IVT) and purification experiments (chromatography, tangential flow filtration).
• Conduct analytical methods such as capillary gel electrophoresis (CGE), Akta chromatography, HPLC, and ELISA.
• Process and summarize data for team members and key stakeholders.
• Prepare buffers, reagents, and stock solutions following established recipes and SOPs.
• Maintain an updated lab notebook, order materials, and support lab equipment troubleshooting.
• Uphold the highest standards of lab safety.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or biochemistry (or related field) with 1+ years of relevant laboratory experience, or M.S. degree in the same fields with at least 6 months of relevant laboratory experience.
• Experience with molecular biology and RNA biochemistry methods, including IVT.
• Experience with tangential flow filtration (TFF), capillary gel electrophoresis (CGE), Akta chromatography, HPLC, and ELISA.
• Familiarity with good documentation practices and electronic lab notebooks (e.g., Benchling).
• Unwavering commitment to safety protocols and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, data analysis, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to learn new techniques, multitask, follow SOPs, and comply with company policies.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing processes for RNA-LNP, protein, mAB, or AAV therapeutics or vaccines (RNA therapeutics experience preferred).

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Eligibility for yearly goal-based bonus and merit-based increases.

Pay

$32.00–$41.00 per hour, based on education and related experience.

Schedule

Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Candidates within commutable distance of Boston, MA are encouraged to apply.