Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
16 days ago
Biochemist (Upstream) Group Leader

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 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 DescriptionInitiate and grow up flasks of cultureRead flask cell densities on the Vi-Cell and calculate passage volumesSet up WAVE BioreactorsSet up 50L SUBsSample WAVEs and SUBsOrder feeds and media for flasks and bioreactorsSet up feeds and feed bioreactorsSet up harvests and harvest bioreactors, with or without concentration, and deliver to purificationGeneral lab cleanup and maintenance (cleanup after harvest, take out fiber drums, recycle media bottles)Inventory management of lab consumables and enter into appSupport work involving cell line generation for new molecules, HEK/AAV development, and sequencing for stabilityAdhering to Good Documentation PracticesMaintenance of a clean and safe working environmentAbility to work independently and accurately with minimal supervisionCoach, train, and develop others within the group with respect to their personal development and effective implementation of operational improvementsCoordinate workflow and perform daily monitoring to meet TATPrepare and review job plans, conduct semiannual performance reviews, keep training records up to date for assigned employees, perform succession planning in preparation for growthCollaborate closely with leaders and clients in implementing overall business directives

QualificationsBachelor's degree in Science or other related degree concentration, or equivalent directly-related experience (two years of directly related industry experience is equivalent to one full-time year of college in a related major)Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skillsExcellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detailAbility to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitudeAbility to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policiesLeadership experience 4+ years related lab experience Demonstrated ability to work as an independent, self-motivated, detail-oriented, result-driven and highly flexible team-player in a fast-paced working environmentStrong focus on quality, teamwork, and productivityProactive, positive, solution-oriented leadership style with ability to prioritize and coordinate simultaneous projects with varying deadlinesStrength in employee engagement, morale, and retention

Additional InformationPosition is full-time, 8:00 am- 5:00 pm Overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Indianapolis, IN, are encouraged to applyExcellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision optionsLife and disability insurance401(k) with company matchPaid vacation and holidays#LI-EB1Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

 

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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