Research Associate

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.

Job Description

Eurofins PSS is seeking a highly motivated BS-level scientist or equivalent to execute in vivo rodent experiments on a client site. The experiments are aimed at understanding PK/ADME properties and the mechanism of action of new therapeutics. This position requires strong proficiency in in-life procedures and a basic understanding of pharmacokinetics/pharmacology concepts. This role will begin in January 2026. 

Responsibilities:

• Design and execute in vivo experiments to determine ADME properties, pharmacokinetics, and biomarker responses in rodents. Responsibilities to include rodent handling, drug delivery via multiple routes of administration (IV, SC, IV, PO), necropsy, and sample collection
• In collaboration with other members of the group, develop and troubleshoot novel models for understanding drug metabolism properties and the mechanism of action of new molecular entities
• Independently plan experiments and document study data 

Qualifications

The Successful Candidate Will Possess:

• Strong in-vivo rodent handling skills, including injections, sample collection, restraining techniques, and anesthesia 
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain operating standards and policies related to in vivo studies
• A basic understanding of pharmacokinetic/pharmacology research, specifically those driving the exposure/effect relationship of NCE  
• A flexible team-based attitude suitable for an entrepreneurial discovery research environment

Required Experience:

•  BS/AS degree in animal sciences, biology, pharmacology or related scientific discipline with 1-3 years of industry or academic experience.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information

Position is full-time, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.  Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Boston, MA, are encouraged to apply.

• 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
• Compensation is between 27.00-32.00 per hour, depending on education and experience 

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