Job Description

Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories PSS is searching for a Research Associate to work in San Diego, CA.

EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Isolation, purification and culture of freshly isolated populations of leukocyte from human for ex vivo assays

·         Culture and maintenance of immune competent cell lines

·         Perform cell-based assays with immunology research-related technologies (e.g. human whole blood, primary human leukocyte isolation, cellular activation and differentiation, FACS, cytokine assay, etc.)

·         Work with a cross-disciplinary team for data analysis

·         Independently design and execute experiments, analyze, interpret and present experimental data

Qualifications

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

·         Bachelor’s degree in biology, molecular and cellular immunology or similar discipline with 4 or more years of research experience in an academic institute, biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry

·         Experience in handling primary cells, general cell culture and functional cell-based assays

ADDITIONAL SKILLS/PREFERENCES:

·         M.S. in biology, genetics, molecular and cellular immunology or a related biological area.

·         FACS research technologies and analysis

·         Experience with assessment of innate immune cell activation and/or antigen-specific immune response

Additional Information

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

Position is full-time, 8am - 5pm with ocassional overtime required.  Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of San Diego, California are encouraged to apply.

As a Eurofins Lancaster Lab PSS employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work.  We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays and vacation, personal days, and dental and vision options.

To learn more about Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, please explore our website www.eurofins.com.

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

EUROFINS IS A M/F, DISABLED, AND VETERAN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.