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 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.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 47,000 staff across a network of more than 900 independent companies in over 50 countries and operating more than 800 laboratories. 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, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing.

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 Description

We’re hiring a Cell Culture Engineer I to support lab operations at a client site in Framingham, MA.

This role involves hands-on support of lab equipment, bioreactor setup, and execution of small-scale cell culture activities. Ideal candidates are team-oriented, adaptable, and eager to grow in a fast-paced environment.

Duties Include: 

Maintain and calibrate small-scale lab equipment (balances, pH meters, DO probes, benchtop bioreactors)Set up, sterilize, and disassemble single-use and stainless-steel bioreactors for fed-batch and perfusion runsPrepare and autoclave media, buffers, and reagents following sterile technique and SOPsInoculate, monitor, and sample shake flasks and bioreactors throughout the upstream processesExecute small-scale cell culture studies for process development, scale-up, and tech transfer supportAccurately document experimental data in Electronic Lab Notebooks (ELNs) according to data integrity and GxP guidelinesDraft and revise protocols, batch records, and process summary documentsManage lab inventory, maintain equipment logbooks, and ensure readiness of day-to-day lab operationsAssist in troubleshooting, deviation documentation, and lab efficiency improvement effortsCollaborate closely with senior scientists and cross-functional teams to ensure experimental success

QualificationsBachelor’s degree in a science-related fieldHands-on experience executing cell culture studies in small-scale or pilot lab environmentsProficient in assembling, disassembling, cleaning, and maintaining bioreactors, including all associated parts and probesSkilled in inoculating, feeding, and sampling bioreactors and shake flasks; performing basic analytical assays and compiling resultsExperience in maintaining cell culture passages and supporting aseptic techniquesFamiliarity with calibrating probes, autoclaving bioreactor components, and preparing batch media asepticallyComfortable using electronic lab notebooks (ELN) and navigating data acquisition/control systems such as MFCS, DeltaV, or ambrAbility to monitor process trends and troubleshoot issues using digital systems

Additional Information

What to Expect in the Hiring Process: 

10-15 Minute Phone Interview with Region Recruiter45-60 Minute Virtual Interview with Manager and/or Group Leader

Additional Details: 

This is a full-time, onsite position based on a first-shift schedule (Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM), with overtime required as needed. Candidates located within a commutable distance to Framingham, MA are strongly encouraged to apply.

Excellent full-time benefits include:

comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision optionsLife and disability insurance401(k) with company matchPaid vacation and holidays

Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services® (PSS) is a global, award-winning insourcing solution that places our people at our clients’ sites, dedicated to running and managing laboratory services while eliminating headcount, co-employment, and project-management worries.

We infuse our 55-year track record of scientific and laboratory operations expertise, as well as HR and great place to work best practices, to recruit, hire, train, and manage highly qualified scientists to perform laboratory services using our clients’ quality systems and equipment.

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

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