Bioassay Scientist

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. Our mission is to make life and our environment safer, healthier, and more sustainable.

From the food we eat and water we drink to the medicines we rely on, Eurofins partners with leading companies worldwide to ensure products are safe, authentic, and compliant with regulatory standards.

With over 55,000 employees across more than 900 laboratories in over 50 countries, Eurofins is a global leader in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food, environmental, and clinical testing services.

Shape the Future of Biologics Testing

Are you passionate about developing innovative assays that help bring life-changing therapies to market? Join Eurofins BPT-Columbia as a Bioassay Scientist and play a key role in advancing biologics development through hands-on laboratory testing, method development, and scientific problem-solving.

In this role, you'll work with cutting-edge bioanalytical and immunoassay technologies to support the development, qualification, validation, and execution of assays used to evaluate biologic drug substances and drug products. Whether you're an early-career scientist looking to build expertise or a seasoned professional eager to tackle complex scientific challenges, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented colleagues, support client programs, and make a meaningful impact on drug development.

If you enjoy troubleshooting assays, interpreting data, and working in a dynamic laboratory environment where no two projects are exactly alike, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As a Bioassay Scientist, you'll contribute to a variety of biologics testing programs by:

• Performing routine and non-routine bioassay testing in compliance with cGMP requirements, SOPs, study protocols, and regulatory expectations.
• Developing, optimizing, qualifying, and validating bioanalytical methods that support biologic drug development.
• Executing and troubleshooting immunoassays, including ELISA, MSD, multiplex, and electrochemiluminescence (ECL)-based platforms.
• Analyzing and interpreting experimental data using laboratory software and statistical tools.
• Preparing technical reports, validation protocols, study documentation, and laboratory records.
• Maintaining data integrity and ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory standards.
• Utilizing LIMS and electronic systems for sample management and documentation.
• Partnering with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client timelines.
• Supporting laboratory investigations, assay improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentoring and training junior scientists as experience allows.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Immunology, or a related scientific discipline.
• 0-4+ years of relevant academic or industry laboratory experience.
• Authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience performing ELISA, multiplex ELISA, MSD, or other ligand-binding assays.
• Knowledge of bioassay development, qualification, and validation.
• Familiarity with cGMP, GLP, or other regulated laboratory environments.
• Experience supporting biologics, therapeutic proteins, antibodies, vaccines, or cell- and immuno-based assays.
• Proficiency with laboratory data analysis software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Schedule

Full-time | Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-4:30 PM

Additional hours may be required based on project and client needs.

Benefits

Eurofins offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Employee assistance programs
• Career development and advancement opportunities

Candidates living within a commutable distance of Columbia, MO are encouraged to apply.

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