Associate Scientist I

Eurofins•Saint Charles, MO

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company that provides analytical testing services across various industries to promote a safer, healthier, and more sustainable environment. The company is a global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic product testing, as well as agroscience Contract Research Organization services. Eurofins has grown significantly over 30 years, now employing 58,000 staff across 900 laboratories in over 54 countries, offering a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods. In 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6,515 billion. Eurofins Discovery specifically offers research services to pharmaceutical and biotech organizations for developing novel therapies. This Associate Scientist I position will contribute to industry-leading cell-based and analytical assays in a laboratory setting, utilizing both automated and classical applications. The role demands technical expertise and applied knowledge in cell-based and analytical methods, pharmacology principles, leadership traits, troubleshooting skills, and experience in an industry/quality laboratory.

Requirements

Associate Degree with a minimum 1 year of relevant experience
B.A. or B.S. in Biology or Chemistry-related field
Experience in a contract research organization
Experience with cell-based assays /cell culture
Work experience in a laboratory setting
Lab equipment and office computer/software proficiency
Ability to read, write, and interpret documents, such as standard operating procedures and technical reports
Ability to perform mathematical calculations, statistical analyses, and data interpretation
Ability to work in a laboratory setting, according to the physical requirements of a laboratory role
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Nice To Haves

Good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to multitask with organization and manage time effectively
Ability to solve practical problems and troubleshooting skills
Above average oral and written communication skills
Demonstrates a positive attitude, capacity for team environment, and exhibits a genuine interest in drug discovery in support of advancing human health

Responsibilities

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.
Maintain and culture multiple cell lines, ensuring consistency, sterility, and experimental reproducibility in a BSL2 environment.
Execute and optimize cell-based assays to support drug discovery programs in ADMETox, BioMAP® Services, Ion Channel Services, BioMarker Services, OncoPanelTM Services and/or BioTherapeutics.
Identify opportunities to improve workflows, efficiency, or data quality.
Perform compound dosing, serial dilutions, and plate-based assay workflows.
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.
Adheres to department SOPs and documentation requirements, maintains accurate data management and reporting records.
Troubleshoot assay variability and identify root causes of inconsistent results.
Contribute to improving assay robustness, scalability, and throughput.
Record, organize, and analyze experimental data using tools such as Microsoft Excel and GraphPad Prism.
Perform basic statistical analysis and generate graphs (e.g., dose-response curves, bar charts) to support data interpretation.
Perform routine laboratory calculations, including molarity, dilutions, and concentration conversions.
Use Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) to organize and analyze data, generate reports and visualizations, and effectively communicate experimental results.
Work cross-functionally with biology, chemistry, and project management teams.
Supports unit goals and demonstrates Eurofins’ competencies, as defined in the job plan.
Provides training to colleagues and external end users, when required.
Stay current on advancements in scientific technologies and drug discovery trends.
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