Research Associate Scientist

Company Description

At Eurofins PSS, we work with leading international companies across the pharma, medical device, food, cosmetic & consumer products industries - who all trust us with their mission-critical testing. For 20 years, our international network of teams have served clients at their sites, across 20 countries.

_PSS® is part of Eurofins Scientific, an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services across multiple industries, through a network of over 950 laboratories in 60 countries, and c.a. 63,000 employees.

Life at Eurofins is a meritocracy, where people are empowered to make decisions and are rewarded for their success, allowing them to advance quickly. Become your most extraordinary self with support and development throughout your career._

Job Description

What you will learn and work with:

• Developing, performing, and troubleshooting in vitro cell-based expression assays and flow cytometry assays to support product testing.
• Supporting assay development through a variety of molecular biology techniques.
• Documenting and reporting laboratory data in accordance with GMP practices.
• Collaborating effectively within cross-functional and multi-disciplinary project teams to ensure timely and accurate testing.

Qualifications

Minimum Skills: 

Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship indefinitely. 

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in relevant life science field (Biotechnology, Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related discipline)

• 1-3 years of relevant industrial experience

• Hands-on experience with molecular and cell biology techniques, including familiarity with techniques such as:

  • In vitro expression assays
  • Mammalian Cell Culture
  • Cell-based assays
  • Flow cytometry
  • Aseptic technique

• Experience working in GMP and GMP-like environments is preferred.

• Strong attention to detail and adherence to good documentation practices.

• Candidates within a commutable distance of Chesterfield, MO are encouraged to apply

Desired Skills:

• Flow Cytomery, PCR/qPCR, ELISA, Blotting Techniques
• Method validation experience.