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 Organization 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 Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized 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 decentralized 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 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

The Scientist Antibody Discovery/Protein Engineering will support the Eurofins Discovery Biotherapeutics business in contract research services. This role requires experience and proven knowledge in construct design, antibody formatting and data mining methods with related experience in a contract research organization (CRO) or industry laboratory.

Scientist – Antibody Discovery/Protein Engineering responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Performs work in a laboratory setting, meeting the physical job requirements of a lab roleConducts production assays primarily in Biotherapeutics Discovery, but may support other Services and activities based on business needsContributes to biologics discovery programsDevelops and performs assays for Biotherapeutics discovery applicationsWrites and maintains SOPs as requiredDevelops new methods supporting project teams both internally and externally for large molecule discovery, characterization, and optimizationPerforms Troubleshooting and Maintenance of equipment employed in the screening process (e.g. liquid handlers, stackers, plate washers, readers) Prepares and manages inventory of buffers, reagents, semi-finished and finished goods.Provides solutions to complex problems, identifies and initiates process improvementsMaintains high data quality and reproducibilityPerforms data and report QC review within the department, and may support study director activitiesTakes ownership of client projects with minimal supervisionSupports validation of new methods, and contributes to expansion of service/product line, equipment, and data management systemsCompletes required training and supports 100% of Employee Health and Safety requirementsDemonstrates proficiency with care and maintenance of lab equipment and department assetsConducts responsible use of confidential IT and business systems, as requiredAdheres to department SOPs and documentation requirements, maintains accurate data management and reportingSupports unit goals and demonstrates Eurofins’ competencies, as defined in the job planProvides training to colleagues and external end users, when requiredContributes to scientific community, and site research and development objectivesWorks effectively in a team environment, under minimum direction, to achieve business production, project timelines, and quality objectivesAdjusts work hours and provides cross-functional support to other departments, as required, and maintains accountability in delivering to client needs/timelinesRoutinely communicates project updates to internal and external clientsPerforms other duties, as assigned

Qualifications

​​​​​​Basic Minimum Educational Requirements:

B.S. with 5 years relevant experienceM.S. with 3 years relevant experiencePh.D. with 0 years post-doctoral experience

​​​​​​Basic Minimum Qualifications:

Direct experience with construct design (antibody and non-antibody proteins), preferably in a contract research organization or industry laboratory, for large molecule discovery applicationsDirect experience with antibody discovery methodologyFamiliarity with concepts of extracting data from the literature and FTODemonstrated proficiency in contributing independently on a project team with time and quality deliverablesGood communication and interpersonal skillsExperience working in a Quality Management SystemScientific expertise with antibody discovery methodologyScientific expertise with different types of protein design, optimization and productionScientific expertise in protein production, purification and QC of proteins (antibody and non-antibody)Scientific expertise with construct design for cell line developmentFamiliarity with mining public or non-public resources of antibody analysis (immunogenicity, stability, solubility etc.) for antibody engineering and designBackground knowledge of sequence-structure-function correlationExperience in leading and delivering results in R&D or innovation programsAuthorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship. 

The Ideal Candidate Possesses the Following:

Ability to read, write, and interpret documents, such as standard operating procedures and technical reportsAbility to perform mathematical calculations, statistical analyses, and data interpretationAbility to multitask with organization and manage time effectivelyAbility to solve practical problems and troubleshooting skillsAbility to work in a laboratory setting, according to physical requirements of a laboratory roleLab equipment and office computer/software proficiencyAbove-average oral and written communication skillsDemonstrates a positive attitude, capacity for team environment, and exhibits a genuine interest in drug discovery in support of advancing human healthAbility to develop new methods, and lead research and development projectsAbility to review and QC release data/reportsAbility to lead small, informal sub-teams and train new team membersAbility to conduct mid-size projects with minimal supervisionAbility to contribute to strategic vision, establishment of new service lines, equipment, and data management systemsAbility to easily support cross-functional demands

Additional Information

Position is full-time, working Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm, with overtime as needed.  Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of St. Charles, MO are encouraged to apply.

Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision optionsLife and disability insurance401(k) with company matchPaid vacation and holidays

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