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 Summary: Eurofins BPT-Columbia is looking for a Scientist to join our Biologics Raw Materials team located in Columbia, Missouri. This individual will be a subject matter expert in testing Raw Materials used in Cell and Gene Therapy applications. The successful candidate will perform method establishment and validations under cGMP guidelines on a diverse set of methods including, HPLC, GC, Amino Acid Analysis, Mass Spectroscopy and FTIR. Ability to analyze data and effectively communicate results. Ability to complete work in an agreed upon timeline. Train team upon completion of method establishment and validation.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Designing, carrying out, and performing simple and complex experiments and procedures in accordance with all applicable regulatory (e.g. DEA, EPA, FDA, FIFRA, OECD, etc.) requirements as defined by protocol, method, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

• Perform method establishment and validations on a diverse set of methods including HPLC, GC, Amino Acid Analysis, Mass Spectroscopy, and FTIR.

• Analyze data with software including Empower and effectively communicate results.

• Train and mentor junior staff.

• Utilize laboratory information management system (LIMS) with proficiency.

• Is able to utilize equipment, facilities, and personnel to produce sound scientific results in a timely fashion for Eurofins clients.

• Adheres to schedule according to Eurofins or contracting organization’s timetable and establishes daily or weekly routines necessary to ensure on-time delivery.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or biology and 5 years of experience working in a cGMP laboratory OR Master’s degree and 3 years of experience working in a cGMP laboratory OR PhD and 1+ years of experience working in a cGMP laboratory

• Industrial experience with method establishment and cGMP validations are highly desirable

• Authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction or sponsorship

The Ideal Candidate Would Possess:

• Previous experience working in a CRO/CDMO adhering to cGMP regulations

• Ability to conduct work efficiently, analyze data to ensure accuracy and report quality data.

• Good problem solving, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.

The position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm, with overtime as needed. Candidates 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

To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website www.eurofinsus.com.

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.