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Entry Level - Associate Bioassay Scientist

Eurofins Scientific

Columbia, MO

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago


Eurofins rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 180 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

69th of 120 rated laboratories


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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 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 is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. Eurofins 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 Organizations. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralized and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. Eurofins offers 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 BPT-Columbia is looking for an Associate Scientist to join our growing Bioassay team located in Columbia, Missouri.  The Associate Scientist position is an entry level professional position involved in day-to-day activities in a laboratory setting under prescribed processes (protocols, standard operating procedures, methods, etc.). Responsibilities include completing work for research and development under CGMP and/or GLP guidelines for studies, documentation, etc. Assisting in conducting, monitoring and reporting studies to ensure data accuracy and report quality.  Providing analytical work on projects and studies using a range of analytical techniques and instruments.  Working with increasing independence on studies and assignments.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate would possess interest in:

  • Cell, molecular, and immune assays; including cell-based assays, ELISAs, electrophoresis, WB and PCR techniques.
  • Familiarity and/or experience in a laboratory setting is required.
  • A highly motivated staff member that is willing to work on a team, and willing to work with others to teach and learn new skills. 
  • Good organizational skills; ability to follow direction and good communication skills are required.

Minimum Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field such as chemistry, biochemistry, biology, chemical engineering, pharmaceutical sciences
  • Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
Additional Information

Position is Full-time position, Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Columbia, MO 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 BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.


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Scientific research and development services, biotechnology research and development and environmental consulting services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Leacock, PA, US