EurofinsAnalytical Scientist – SEC Chromatography
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
The Analytical Scientist – SEC Chromatography will support analytical development and routine testing for biological therapeutics in a regulated laboratory environment. This role requires hands-on experience performing Size Exclusion Chromatography (SEC) using HPLC/UPLC systems.
Key responsibilities include:
- Independently perform SEC-based HPLC/UPLC testing in support of biological product release and characterization.
- Execute additional analytical techniques as required, including CEX, RP-HPLC, P20/P80, CE, icIEF (Maurice), iCE, and CE-SDS (Maurice and PA800).
- Perform method execution, data review, and documentation using established test methods, protocols, and reporting standards.
- Apply sound scientific judgment for method execution, data interpretation, and problem-solving for studies of moderate scope and complexity.
- Demonstrate HPLC/UPLC troubleshooting skills, particularly related to SEC performance, system suitability, and chromatographic behavior.
- Conduct all activities in compliance with cGMP/GLP, safety, and regulatory requirements.
- Support non-laboratory tasks (e.g., documentation, data review, or protocol support) as assigned
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Cell & Molecular Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related discipline with 2+ years of hands-on HPLC/UPLC experience, including direct experience performing SEC chromatography OR Master’s degree in a related scientific field with 6+ months of directly relevant hands-on HPLC/UPLC experience, including SEC acquired through internships, co-ops, or industry roles.
- Demonstrated understanding of SEC chromatography principles, protein separation techniques, and chromatographic theory.
- Working knowledge of HPLC/UPLC and CE instrumentation, data integrity practices, and industry standards.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, learn new techniques, maintain accurate records, and follow SOPs.
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with biologics characterization, protein aggregation analysis, or therapeutic protein release testing.
- Prior experience working in a regulated (cGMP and/or GLP) laboratory environment.
Additional Information
The position is full-time, first shift, Monday-Friday with overtime as needed. Candidates living within a commutable distance of Lexington, 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
- Compensation: $31.00-$34.00 per hour based on education and experience
Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.