Purification Scientist Group Leader

Eurofins • Indianapolis, IN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

At Eurofins PSS, we offer more than just a job—we provide a rewarding, enriching, and fulfilling career path with opportunities for growth and advancement. As part of our team, you’ll work in state-of-the-art laboratories alongside passionate professionals dedicated to the testing, development, and advancement of life-saving drug products. Together, we’re making the world a healthier and happier place to live. Eurofins PSS is a global leader in life sciences, delivering a unique range of analytical testing services that help ensure the safety, authenticity, and accuracy of products and their ingredients. We partner with some of the world’s largest companies to make life and our environment safer, healthier, and more sustainable. Our people are our chemistry—and we’re looking for talented individuals like you to join us in making a difference. Team Leadership & Operations Lead and schedule team members (team of 5-6) in a client-based lab environment Train employees, conduct performance reviews, and manage training records Interview candidates and support succession planning Foster morale, collaboration, and a positive team culture Ensure lab operations meet high standards for quality and efficiency Scientific & Technical Work Execute automated protein purifications using chromatographic techniques, TFF, and AKTA systems Characterize protein solutions using Agilent HPLC and SDS-PAGE Perform routine analytical measurements (pH, UV-Vis, HPLC) Prepare buffers and solutions; maintain inventories and lab equipment Clean and maintain AKTA systems (including CIP procedures) Document assay data and contribute to study reports Compliance & Documentation Maintain accurate records in electronic lab notebooks Participate in investigations and ensure adherence to GLP and company policies

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field
• Minimum 4 years of relevant industry lab experience
• OR
• Master’s degree in a related field
• Minimum 2 years of relevant industry lab experience
• Professional leadership experience is required
• Requires hands-on lab experience with: Protein purification

Nice To Haves

• Strong scientific, organizational, and computer skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and detail-oriented
• Able to work independently and collaboratively
• Committed to continuous improvement and high-quality data delivery

Responsibilities

• Lead and schedule team members (team of 5-6) in a client-based lab environment
• Train employees, conduct performance reviews, and manage training records
• Interview candidates and support succession planning
• Foster morale, collaboration, and a positive team culture
• Ensure lab operations meet high standards for quality and efficiency
• Execute automated protein purifications using chromatographic techniques, TFF, and AKTA systems
• Characterize protein solutions using Agilent HPLC and SDS-PAGE
• Perform routine analytical measurements (pH, UV-Vis, HPLC)
• Prepare buffers and solutions; maintain inventories and lab equipment
• Clean and maintain AKTA systems (including CIP procedures)
• Document assay data and contribute to study reports
• Maintain accurate records in electronic lab notebooks
• Participate in investigations and ensure adherence to GLP and company policies

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: Mid Level