Biofabrication associate scientist
About The Position
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 works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins PSS is seeking an associate scientist who is passionate about developing complex in vitro microphysiological organ-on-chip systems (MPS) and bioprinted models for drug discovery and development. In this role, the candidate will perform hands-on experimentation and provide support to advance the team’s biofabrication efforts. This position is based on a client site in Cambridge, MA, supporting day-to-day laboratory workflows and assisting with model development within a collaborative research environment.
Requirements
- Hands on experience in mammalian cell culture and aseptic technique (ideally 2 years).
- Experience preparing and handling biomaterials or hydrogels for 3D culture applications.
- Experience working with MPS models, bioprinted platforms, or other 3D cell culture technologies.
- Familiarity with basic microscopy techniques for assessing cell health and experimental progress.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and accurate documentation practices.
- Demonstrated ability to execute experimental protocols and work with collaborators.
- Ability to work on-site, follow established protocols, and meet deadlines.
- Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and eager to learn new workflows.
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Nice To Haves
- Experience with stem cell culture or differentiation workflows.
- Experience with stem cell-derived organoid models.
- Experience working with MIMETAS organ-on-chip, or similar high throughput, platform.
- Experience working in pharmaceutical drug discovery or development.
- Data analysis experience using Matlab, R, and/or Python.
Responsibilities
- Support the biofabrication and maintenance of microphysiological systems and bioprinted models.
- Perform routine mammalian cell culture while maintaining a high level of aseptic technique.
- Prepare and handle hydrogels/ECM for use in 3D culture (MPS and bioprinted) platforms.
- Assist in immunofluorescence staining, imaging, and analysis workflows.
- Reconstitute, aliquot, and prepare reagents and media.
- Execute multi-step experimental protocols and workflows.
- Document experimental procedures, observations, and results in electronic lab notebook.
- Assist with inventory management, ordering, and general lab maintenance.
- Support both general and project-specific laboratory operations as project needs evolve.
- Collaborate across different functional teams/locations.
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
