Virology Assay Scientist
About The Position
The Virology Assay Scientist will support virus production, characterization, and testing activities in a fast-paced laboratory environment. This role involves handling HIV-positive materials and patient-derived samples and performing high-throughput, cell-based virology assays using automated instrumentation. The successful candidate will contribute to both routine testing and the development, optimization, and validation of novel virology and biomarker assays. Eurofins Professional Scientific Services (PSS) prioritizes professional growth and offers opportunities to build a long-term career in the biopharmaceutical industry. Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company providing analytical testing services across multiple industries, focusing on product safety, authenticity, and regulatory compliance.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, bioengineering, or a related scientific discipline
- Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in a pharmaceutical or biotech laboratory environment
- Demonstrated experience with mammalian cell culture and immunoassays
- Willingness and ability to work with HIV laboratory strains and patient-derived samples
- Ability to learn and operate automated and high-throughput laboratory instrumentation
- Must be eligible to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Nice To Haves
- Experience with blood processing and PBMC isolation
- Experience working with primary cell cultures
- Hands-on experience with transfection techniques and flow cytometry
- Prior operation of automated liquid handling systems or other high-throughput platforms
Responsibilities
- Receipt, logging, and processing of patient blood samples, including isolation of PBMCs
- Virus production and characterization, including large-scale laboratory preparations
- Performance of ELISA- and flow cytometry–based viral analyses
- Plasmid handling and transfection-related activities
- High-throughput testing of compounds using cell-based HIV assays
- Assisting with the development, validation, and execution of novel biomarker and virology assays
- Operation and maintenance of automated laboratory equipment, as needed
- Accurate documentation of experimental data in accordance with GMP and laboratory best practices
Benefits
- 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
Mid Level
