Cell Biology Scientist

Company Description

The work we do at Eurofins Professional Scientific Services matters, and so do our employees. At Eurofins PSS, 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, a place to call home, apply with us today!

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled, passionate, and motivated scientist to join our Neuroscience team. Our team uses cell culture systems to understand neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s Disease and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and search for drugs to treat these diseases. We are looking for someone to support these efforts by maintaining cell cultures and performing assays and is eager to expand their scientific skillsets.  

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform cell-based functional assays in support of neuroscience drug discovery projects.
• Provide technical support to project teams to achieve critical research objectives and timelines.
• Perform hands-on laboratory work, including routine cell and biochemistry assays:
  • Prepare solutions and culture media.
  • Maintain multiple cell lines, including primary neuronal cultures.
  • Measure biochemical or functional parameters in cells using techniques like microscopy, live fluorescence imaging, immunocytochemistry, calcium imaging, morphology, and live/dead cell assays.
  • Perform biochemical assays such as qPCR, AlphaScreen, ELISA, MSD, and SDS-PAGE.
• Process data generated from these assays and report findings under supervision.
• Accurate recording of all practical work: completion of electronic lab notebook to meet quality standards.
• Maintaining a tidy and efficient laboratory environment and ensuring health and safety standards are met.

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• B.S. degree in Biological Sciences (Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Immunology, Biochemistry, Neuroscience, or a similar field) with 4-6 years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Demonstrated experience with aseptic technique and mammalian cell culture (experience with iPSCs is a plus).
• Competence in molecular biology laboratory methods, procedures, and techniques, e.g. qPCR, Western Blotting and immunofluorescence.
• Ability to help manage lab inventory and update related tracking files.
• Demonstrated understanding of biology lab safety requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, work planning, data analysis, troubleshooting, and record-keeping skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and
• Willingness to learn new techniques.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Background and interest in neurodegenerative disease research, including Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and ALS.
• Hands on experience with iPSCs and neuronal differentiation.
• Experience with electronic laboratory notebook (ELN) documentation.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Additional Information

The position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm with overtime as needed. Candidates living within a commutable distance of Boston, MA are encouraged to apply.

Excellent full-time benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Eligibility for yearly goal-based bonus & merit-based increases
• Compensation: $32.00 to $41.00 per hour based on education and related experience:

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