mRNA Process Development Scientist

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions•Boston, MA

About The Position

Eurofins Professional Scientific Services is seeking a scientist to join its messenger-RNA (mRNA) process development team and contribute to early and operational technology development. The role involves producing and analyzing RNA constructs and performing preparative and purification chromatography. The scientist will conduct in vitro transcription (IVT) and purification experiments, including chromatography and tangential flow filtration, and use analytical methods such as capillary gel electrophoresis (CGE), ÄKTA chromatography, HPLC, and ELISA. The position also includes processing data and preparing summaries for team members and key stakeholders; preparing buffers, reagents, and stock solutions according to established recipes and SOPs; maintaining an up-to-date lab notebook; ordering materials; maintaining laboratory equipment and assisting with troubleshooting; and upholding high laboratory safety standards. This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Candidates living within commuting distance of Boston, Massachusetts are encouraged to apply. Compensation is $32.00–$41.00 per hour, based on education and related experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, biochemistry, or a related field, plus at least 1 year of relevant laboratory experience; or a master’s degree in one of those fields, or a related field, plus at least 6 months of relevant laboratory experience.
Experience with molecular biology and RNA biochemistry methods, including IVT.
Experience with tangential flow filtration (TFF), capillary gel electrophoresis (CGE), ÄKTA chromatography, HPLC, and ELISA.
Experience with good documentation practices and electronic lab notebooks such as Benchling.
Commitment to safety protocols and procedures.
Strong attention to detail, organizational, and time-management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication, work planning, data analysis, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow SOPs, and comply with company policies.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team; inquisitiveness, self-motivation, and enthusiasm to learn and contribute in a fast-paced environment.
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing processes for RNA-LNP, protein, mAB, or AAV therapeutics or vaccines; RNA therapeutics experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Produce and analyze RNA constructs.
Perform in vitro transcription (IVT) and purification experiments, including chromatography and tangential flow filtration.
Perform analytical methods including capillary gel electrophoresis (CGE), ÄKTA chromatography, HPLC, and ELISA.
Process data and provide summaries to team members and key stakeholders.
Prepare buffers, reagents, and stock solutions for process development activities according to established recipes and SOPs.
Maintain an updated laboratory notebook.
Order materials and maintain laboratory equipment; support equipment troubleshooting as needed.
Uphold laboratory safety standards.