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 Organization 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 Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized 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 decentralized 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 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

Associate Scientist – Cell Culture responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Performs work in a laboratory setting, meeting the physical job requirements of a lab role
Prepares and manages inventory of buffers, reagents, media, semi-finished and finished goods
Maintains cell culture in a BSL2 laboratory, and adheres to cleanroom guidelines and aseptic technique, according to protocols
Adheres to department SOPs and documentation requirements, maintains accurate data management and reporting
Generates data by performing lab assays in Ion Channel Services and other business units as needed
Conducts production assays with recombinant, primary and traditional cell models used in human tissues to cells and cell-based bioassays
Understands and complies with requirements for work performed at a GxP site
Completes required training and supports 100% of Employee Health and Safety requirements
Demonstrates proficiency with, care, and maintenance of lab equipment and department assets
Conducts responsible use of confidential IT and business systems, as required
Supports unit goals and demonstrates Eurofins’ competencies, as defined in the job plan
Provides training to colleagues and external end users, when required
Contributes to scientific community, and site research and development objectives
Works effectively in a team environment, under minimum direction, to achieve business production, project timelines, and quality objectives
Adjusts work hours and provides cross-functional support to other departments, as required, and maintains accountability in delivering to client needs/timelines
Routinely communicates project updates to internal and external clients
Performs other duties, as assigned

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Education Qualifications:

B.S. or equivalent experience in the field of Computer Science and/or Engineering
B.A. or B.S. in the life science field with relevant laboratory experience
M.A. or M.S. Degree in the life science field

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum 0-2 years of relevant laboratory experience
Experience with mammalian cell culture (CHO, HEK293K, primary cell cultures)
Experience in a contract research organization
Experience supporting services in a GLP or cGMP laboratory
Experience in leading and delivering results in R&D lab setting
Experience in recombinant cell-line development
Ability to read, write, and interpret documents, SOPs, and technical reports
Ability to perform mathematical calculations, statistical analyses, and data interpretation
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

The ideal candidate would possess:

Good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to multitask with organization and manage time effectively
Demonstrates a positive attitude, capacity for team environment, and exhibits a genuine interest in drug discovery in support of advancing human health
Ability to solve practical problems and troubleshooting skills
Ability to work in a laboratory setting, according to the physical requirements of a laboratory role
Lab equipment expertise and office computer/software proficiency
Above average oral and written communication skills
Ability to independently complete tasks with minimal to moderate supervision and communicate delays

Additional Information

Position is working full-time Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday 8:00am - 6:30pm, with overtime as needed. Candidates must be within a commutable distance to St Charles, MO.

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 USA Discovery Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.