Job Description

Eurofins PSS is seeking a Bioprocess Associate – Cell Culture & Bioreactors to support operations at a client site in Framingham, MA. This role is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career professional looking to gain hands-on experience in upstream bioprocessing, cell culture, and bioreactor operations within a laboratory setting.

The Bioprocess Associate will support routine lab functions, assist with bioreactor setup and maintenance, and execute cell culture workflows in small-scale and pilot-scale environments under established procedures and team guidance.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and support of laboratory equipment and workspaces
• Assist with setup, operation, cleaning, and basic troubleshooting of small-scale and pilot-scale bioreactors
• Execute cell culture experiments following established protocols and SOPs
• Prepare media, perform sampling, and maintain cell cultures (e.g., passaging, feeding)
• Support inoculation, monitoring, and harvesting of bioreactor and shake flask cultures
• Coordinate with vendors and internal teams for equipment calibration and maintenance
• Maintain accurate documentation in lab notebooks and data systems (e.g., ELN)
• Monitor process parameters and trends using process control software
• Adhere to safety standards, GMP practices, and proper documentation procedures
• Communicate results, observations, and issues to team members and leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific field
• 1–2 years of hands-on experience in cell culture or bioprocessing (academic or industry)
• Experience working with small-scale or pilot-scale bioreactors preferred
• Familiarity with aseptic technique, media preparation, and cell culture maintenance
• Experience assembling, cleaning, and maintaining bioreactors and associated components (e.g., probes, tubing)
• Understanding of upstream bioprocess operations including inoculation, feeding, and sampling
• Exposure to process monitoring software (e.g., DeltaV, MFCS, ambr) is a plus
• Experience collecting and compiling experimental data
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and documentation skills
• Ability to follow SOPs and work both independently and within a team
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information

The position is Full Time, Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Framingham, MA, are encouraged to apply

What to Exp ect in the Hiring Process:

• 10-15 Minute Phone Interview with Regional Recruiter
• 45-60 Minute Virtual Interview with Manager and/or Group Leader
• 30 Minute In-Person Onsite Meeting with the Team

What We Offer:

• 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
• Yearly goal-based bonus & eligibility for merit-based increases
• Hourly compensation is between $36-40 per hour, depending on education and experience

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