Company Description
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.
The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.
In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.
In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
Job Description
The Assay Operations Team within the Quantitative Bioscience department is looking for an experienced, highly motivated team member to use laboratory automation specifically to support ELISA assay workflows in Vaccine Research. Situated in the Assay Operations group, the individual will have the following responsibilities:
- Operate and troubleshoot both integrated and stand-alone laboratory robotic systems and peripherals to support ELISA assay workflows
- Learn about assays used in vaccine development and how to transform them to high-throughput assays using various liquid handlers and robotic platforms
- Collaborate with colleagues within the department and on multi-disciplinary discovery project teams to shape and execute ELISA assay strategy to align with project and departmental goals
- Work in BSL2 research environment and comply with all laboratory safety requirements
- Work with industry-standard data analysis tools and record keeping, including electronic lab books and analysis software to properly document and report experimental findings and assay protocols
Qualifications
Education Minimum Requirement:
- BS/MS/PhD in a life sciences discipline or related engineering field (Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering etc.) and at least five years of experience.
Required Experience and Skills:
- Experience working in BL2 research environment
- Experience with microplate-based biochemical, biophysical or cell-based assays
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient data analysis and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated ability to function effectively and independently in a multi-disciplinary environment and to thrive in a team setting
- Willingness to adapt to learn new assay techniques and instrumentation
Preferred Experience and Skills:
- Experience with operating and troubleshooting Thermo Scientific Momentum automation platforms or other similar automated systems
- Experience with operating and/or programming Beckman i7 and/or Agilent Bravo liquid handler instruments
- Previous experience with sample management and ELISAs or other immune assays
Additional Information
Position is full-time, Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00 pm with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of West Point PA are encouraged to apply.
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
Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.