Senior Biochemist

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 Organization 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 Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized 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 decentralized 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 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

We're looking for a detail-oriented and motivated individual to join our team and support Biochemistry testing in a GMP-regulated laboratory environment.

Responsibilities Include: 

• Perform development, validation, and routine testing of pharmaceutical samples using complex chromatography, electrophoresis, and compendial instrumentation.
• Proficient with Aseptic technique and handling biologic samples ( monoclonal antibodies, recombinant proteins, antibody-drug conjugates, vaccines)
• Implement, maintain, calibrate, and operate instrumentation
• Document work as required for GMP compliance.
• Execute work in accordance with standard operating procedures, with attention to detail, and with strong organizational skills.
• Interact effectively with peers and leaders as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Act as a technical lead and mentor for less experienced staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, or related degree concentration and a minimum of 5 years of laboratory experience, masters degree with a minimum of 2 years of laboratory experience.
• Good dexterity; positive attitude; solution driven; good work habits (organized, efficient, careful, safety-conscious, accurate); attention to detail; sound scientific logic; good oral and written communication skills; understanding of multiple instrumentation platforms; client service focused; demonstration of organizational skills; ability to independently work on complex projects; ability to multitask; technical writing skills
• Industry experience with Biochemistry techniques, preferably in a GLP/ cGMP environment
• Industry experience with Electrophoresis and Chromatography
• Proficient with Aseptic technique and handling biologic samples ( monoclonal antibodies, recombinant proteins, antibody-drug conjugates, vaccines)
• Possess a basic understanding of instrument installation, maintenance, and qualification in a GxP environment.

Additional Information

Position is full-time, Monday - Friday, first shift 9am - 5pm, second shift 3pm - 11pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Portage, MI are encouraged to apply. 

• 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

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.