Method Development Bioassay Analyst

Eurofins • Indianapolis, IN

5h

About The Position

At Eurofins PSS, we work with leading international companies across the pharma, medical device, food, cosmetic & consumer products industries - who all trust us with their mission-critical testing. For 20 years, our international network of teams have served clients at their sites, across 20 countries.
PSS® is part of Eurofins Scientific, an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services across multiple industries, through a network of over 950 laboratories in 60 countries, and c.a. 63,000 employees.

Life at Eurofins is a meritocracy, where people are empowered to make decisions and are rewarded for their success, allowing them to advance quickly. Become your most extraordinary self with support and development throughout your career.

Requirements

• Bachelors or Masters in Cell biology, Biochemistry, Molecular biology, Pharmacology
• At least 2 years of molecular biology research in an academic lab or in industry
• Experience with basic Biology/Molecular biology or Biochemistry techniques
• Experience with cell culture
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on Experience in bioassays such as cell-based assay and binding assays (ELISA/SPR) development.
• Molecular biology experience such as cloning, PCR, Transfections using chemical and electroporation techniques, Generation of lentivirus, Single cell cloning, Reporter gene assay development.
• Experience biochemical testing, such as enzymatic assays.
• Experience with FACS, RTPCR, ddPCR, Western blot techniques.
• Experience with large molecules such as antibodies, fusion protein, peptides.
• Experience with multiple plate reader technologies for detection of absorbance, fluorescence, luminescence. Familiar with Molecular devices plate reader software such as SoftMax Pro. BioTek plate readers.
• Electronic notebook experience with ELN and NG9 system will be beneficial.
• Automation experience with Hamilton, Assist plus systems will be plus.

Responsibilities

• Work with multiple scientists to support method development and transfer in molecular, biochemical and cell based assays
• Electronic notebook experience with ELN and NG9 system will be beneficial.
• Automation experience with Hamilton, Assist plus systems will be plus.
• Perform careful documentation of studies, data analysis and preparing the data from studies in presentable manner.
• Maintain clear and detailed documentation of experimental records, independently analyze and interpret data.
• Cell culture maintenance
• Media preparation
• Aliquoting
• Clean biosafety cabinets at least twice a year
• Maintain water levels in incubators/water baths
• Ordering and restocking reagents/disposables
• Perform instrument maintenance to ensure instruments run correctly (monthly calibrations, summer/winter shutdown procedures, etc.), and submit paperwork
• Schedule and accompany vendors for instrument repairs
• Maintain freezer/refrigerator inventories
• Assist with data integrity of analytical data for bioproducts

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level