Discovery Support 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 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.

In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated  Scientist  to support Infectious Disease Discovery program activities while also serving in a laboratory management capacity. This dual-role position will contribute to scientific efforts in  cell culture, virology, and molecule assay development/execution , while also helping ensure smooth day-to-day laboratory operations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and comfortable balancing hands-on scientific work with organizational and compliance responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform cell culture, virology, and molecule assay activities in support of discovery programs
• Maintain accurate documentation of experiments, results, and observations
• Troubleshoot routine assay and workflow issues as needed
• Coordinate lab purchase and work orders, equipment needs and maintenance requests
• Conduct lab safety inspections and help maintain lab organization, inventory, and compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Virology, or related field
• 2+ years of relevant laboratory experience preferred
• Experience with cell culture and laboratory assay work required
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively
• Experience with lab safety, compliance, or operations support is a plus
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restrictions 

Preferred Attributes

• Virology experience
• Infectious disease research experience
• Assay development experience
• Lab operations experience (inventory, purchasing, equipment coordination)
• Lab safety and compliance experience
• Biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry experience
• Self-starter with strong communication skills
• Ability to balance scientific work with operational responsibilities
• Familiarity with discovery research or biotech/pharmaceutical laboratory environments

Additional Information

Position is full-time, Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of West Point, PA 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 PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.