Job Description

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a client facing environment.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and a positive attitude
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
• Supporting the client Process Sciences and Manufacturing Departments through the laboratory characterization and validation of manufacturing bioprocesses
• Conduct laboratory-scale cell culture studies (shake flask through fed-batch bioreactor and harvest) to support characterization of cell banks and/or manufacturing bioprocesses
• Perform affinity chromatography and viral inactivation in support of lab-scale cell culture activities
• Perform cGLP cell banking activities for research use
• Coordinate with a broader scientific team to align on scheduling of lab activities
• Statistically analyze large data sets and draft technical reports to support commercial filings
• Present on technical topics during cross functional meetings
• Provide technical support to client Manufacturing during troubleshooting and continuous improvement opportunities
• Ensures compliance with SOPs; reports any quality or other anomalies
• Participates in required training activities

Qualifications

• BS/BA in life sciences/engineering or related field; Chemical Engineering or Biochemistry preferred
• Relevant experience, preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries may be considered in lieu of educational requirements
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and you have the innate ability to balance multiple projects, prioritize them and execute them independently, while excelling at keeping all impacted parties well advised
• Can take on new and sometimes ambiguous challenges, learning quickly
• The ability to work in a team environment but can also take ownership of large technical reports and projects
• Can develop and drive scientific and/or business-related improvement ideas
• Understand antibody manufacturing processes
• Have a solid understanding of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)

Additional Information

Position is full-time, 1st shift, Monday – Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Rensselaer, NY and the surrounding areas are encouraged to apply. Pay is between $19.50-22.50/hr

• 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

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.