Job Description

The position will support a client team that is responsible for ensuring the consistency, safety, and efficacy of biologics, including cutting-edge cell and gene therapies. The successful candidate will work in close partnership with analytical development, bioprocessing, formulation, and data science groups to support manufacturing and quality control activities across the client’s development pipeline.

We are seeking a skilled analytical development scientist who will contribute to the development of the client’s islet cell therapy platform. This role will involve designing, optimizing, and executing bioanalytical assays for use in process development, in-process testing, and lot release. Knowledge and expertise in mammalian cell culture, flow cytometry, and molecular assays, including PCR, are a must. The successful candidate must be self-motivated and able to work independently to troubleshoot and interpret experimental results and effectively present conclusions.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements

• Develop, optimize, and execute a range of analytical assays to support product development and batch release.
• Perform sample analysis using a broad set of platforms such as flow cytometry, ELISA, PCR, and cell-based assays.
• Investigate and resolve assay-related challenges by applying scientific and technical problem-solving skills.
• Support assay qualification, validation, and lifecycle management to ensure reliability and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, manufacturing, and quality to ensure alignment on analytical goals and timelines.
• Contribute to preclinical study support by aligning analytical strategies with experimental objectives.
• Interpret experimental data, summarize results clearly, and communicate findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Support assay transfer and technical communication with CDMOs, including troubleshooting, documentation review, and knowledge transfer.
• Maintain laboratory infrastructure, including oversight of reagents, reference materials, and analytical equipment.
• Author technical documentation such as protocols, reports, and standard operating procedures.
• Continuously evaluate emerging technologies and scientific approaches to improve assay performance and robustness.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant scientific field with 4+ years of industry experience
• Deep expertise in dPCR and qPCR assay development
• Proficient in multicolor flow cytometry for phenotyping and functional assays, with the ability to lead assay development efforts
• Hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture, including iPSCs, tumor/cancer lines, and primary cell types
• Strong background in designing, developing, optimizing, and executing complex bioanalytical assays
• Skilled problem-solver with the ability to interpret and troubleshoot complex datasets
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; confident in presenting data and conclusions to diverse audiences
• Flexible and dependable; open to variable scheduling, including occasional weekend work

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a life science or related field
• Specialized experience in dPCR/ddPCR assay design for evaluating marker expression in cell culture systems
• Expertise in designing multicolor flow cytometry panels for both marker expression and functional readouts (e.g., apoptosis, proliferation, signaling pathways)
• Strong literature research skills for the development of novel bioassays
• Hands-on experience with iPSC culture and differentiation is a plus
• Knowledge of assay qualification, validation, and regulatory guidelines (e.g., ICH)
• Proficient with digital lab tools such as FlowJo, GraphPad Prism, Benchling, SharePoint, and Veeva
• Exceptional time-management and organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Highly collaborative, self-driven, and adaptable to dynamic, fast-paced environments

Additional Information

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 In-Person Meeting over Coffee for a Casual Discussion of the Role

ThePosition is Full Time, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. **** Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Boston, 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
• Hourly rate is between $41 - $43, depending on education and experience

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 client’s 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.