Company Description

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.

Job Description

Eurofins PSS is seeking a Cell Culture Process Development Associate to support upstream process development for biologics manufacturing. This role focuses on designing and optimizing fed-batch cell culture processes to produce high-quality recombinant proteins. You’ll work closely with scientists and engineers to ensure processes are consistent, scalable, and ready for tech transfer to pilot teams and CMOs.

Key Responsibilities

Support upstream process development using ambr15, ambr250, and bench-top bioreactors.Assist in designing and executing lab-scale studies to optimize cell culture conditions.Prepare experimental protocols and contribute to multiple projects within the team.Analyze and interpret data independently; contribute to technical reports and documentation.Identify and troubleshoot technical issues with guidance from senior staff.Support technology transfer by consolidating and authoring technical documents.Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on project goals.Maintain lab equipment and perform routine cleaning and calibration.Follow all safety procedures and complete required training.Occasionally lift lab equipment (up to 30 lbs) as needed.

QualificationsAssociate’s degree in chemical engineering, biochemistry, or related field with 2+ years of relevant industry experience, ORBachelor’s degree in a related field with 0+ years of experience.Experience working in a lab setting (highly desirable).Familiarity with mammalian cell culture and aseptic techniques (preferred).Exposure to bioreactor operations and supporting instrumentation (e.g., metabolite analyzers, shake flasks).Strong interest in cell culture process development.Excellent teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.Ability to manage time effectively and multitask in a lab environment.Proficient in using lab equipment and documenting work accurately.Authorized to work in the U.S. without restriction or sponsorship.

Additional Information

This position is on-site, full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with overtime as needed and the potential for some off-shift hours, depending on the project. Candidates living within a commutable distance of Lexington, MA, are encouraged to apply.

Excellent full-time benefits include: 

Hourly Compensation: $24–$28, depending on education and experienceMedical Coverage: Comprehensive medical insurance optionsDental & Vision: Full dental and vision coverage availableLife & Disability Insurance: Employer-sponsored plansRetirement: 401(k) plan with company matchPaid Time Off: Vacation days, paid holidays, and additional PTO options

Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services® (PSS) is a global, award-winning insourcing solution that places our people at our clients’ sites, dedicated to running and managing laboratory services while eliminating headcount, co-employment, and project-management worries.

We infuse our 55-year track record of scientific and laboratory operations expertise, as well as HR and great place to work best practices, to recruit, hire, train, and manage highly qualified scientists to perform laboratory services using our clients’ quality systems and equipment.

To learn more about Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, please explore our website www.eurofinsus.com.

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.