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Company Description

The work we do at Eurofins matters, and so do our employees. At Eurofins, we put a focus on your professional growth. We provide our employees the ability to break into the biopharmaceutical industry and grow from the bottom up. We have the supportive teams and tools available to invest in you while also affording you work-life balance and a competitive benefits package.

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 works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.

If you’re looking for a rewarding career, apply with us today!

Job Description

• Run basic analytical instruments such as plate readers, microplate washers, automated workstations etc.
• Use low-volume laboratory liquid sample handling equipment (micropipettes) to prepare samples and solutions
• Prepare analytical samples and assay reagents according to established procedures
• Perform analytical techniques upon biological specimens such as qPCR, ELISAs, etc.
• Determine protein levels (host cell protein, protein A) in monoclonal antibody samples
• Function as an additional operator during assay transfers
• Run analytical methods, which may include HPLC, UPLC, SEC, gel electrophoresis, capillary electrophoresis, total protein analysis, amino acid analysis or similar methods
• Manage samples including ensuring proper storage and handling of samples
• Work with multiple scientists within the group to effectively schedule work
• Perform data analysis by using instrument computer software and office applications such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Analyze and interpret experimental data independently
• Contribute to writing of e.g. SOPs, study reports and protocols
• Write up laboratory notebooks regularly in compliance with guidelines
• Order, maintain and stock lab supplies such as common reagents, primary packaging materials, gloves, cleaning agents, safety glasses etc.
• Take care of general housekeeping activities such as cleaning bench spaces, processing equipment and glassware
• Apply lean 5S methods to laboratory operations

Qualifications

The ideal candidate would possess:

• Experience with capillary gel electrophoresis (CGE) and/or isoelectric focusing (IEF)
• Experience in handling and analyzing proteins and other macromolecules
• Experience with low-volume liquid handling equipment is strongly desired
• Highly computer literate – capable of quickly learning and adapting to new computer programs

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field plus 2-3 years of industry experience OR Master’s degree with academic research
• Technical laboratory experience involving analytical chemistry – academic research, internship or industrial
• HPLC experience
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• Candidates located within a commutable distance of Kalamazoo, MI are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

• Position is first-shift, full time, Monday-Friday with overtime as needed.
  
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Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.