Purification Scientist

Eurofins • Indianapolis, IN

23h • $22 - $25

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 laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.
The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.
In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.
In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
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

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field
• Minimum 2 years of relevant industry lab experience
• OR
• Master’s degree in a related field
• 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

• 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: Entry Level