Mass Spectrometry Scientist

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.pe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

• Perform intact mass analysis for final products and walk-in sample requests on ESI-MS (Waters) and MALDI-MS (Bruker) systems.
• Conduct deglycosylation and reduction workflows to support structural interpretation.
• Support occasional protein identification and peptide mapping requests using a Q Exactive Plus.

Chromatography & Biophysical Characterization

• Perform size-exclusion chromatography (SEC) to assess stability, oligomeric state, and protein–protein interactions.
• Run analytical gel filtration experiments (Agilent) and process data using OpenLab CDS.
• Acquire and analyze SEC-MALS data (Wyatt/Waters) using ASTRA 8 for native mass determination.

Mass Photometry

• Acquire and analyze mass photometry data using Refeyn instrumentation and software, and train collaborators on mass photometry workflows as needed.

Data Management & Documentation

• Use and maintain LIMS for sample tracking and data entry.
• Ensure high data quality, accurate documentation, and adherence to analytical best practices.

Qualifications

Required Experience and Skills

• Hands-on experience with protein mass spectrometry workflows.
• Working knowledge of protein biochemistry and proteoform characterization.
• Experience designing, executing, and troubleshooting LC-MS or MS-based analytical experiments.
• Familiarity with SEC, SEC-MALS, and/or mass photometry.
• Strong communication and data interpretation skills.

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Experience with native MS, affinity-selection MS, or other advanced biophysical tools.
• Exposure to high-throughput or automated analytical platforms.
• Experience in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology R&D setting.

Education Minimum Requirements

• MS in chemistry, biochemistry, or a related field with 0–1+ years of relevant industry experience; or
• BS in chemistry, biochemistry, or a related field with 2–5+ years of hands-on mass spectrometry or analytical biochemistry experience.

Work Authorization

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

Additional Information

• This position is full time, Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm, with overtime, as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of San Diego, CA are encouraged to apply.
• Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Indianapolis, IN 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

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

Pay Range: $55,000-$65,000/yr

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