Laboratory Support Associate Scientist

About the Role

Eurofins PSS is seeking new team members to support and join a diverse team in assisting with the scale-up and manufacturing of mammalian and microbial fermentation/purification processes for clinical and toxicology supplies.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, execution, and evaluation of GMP manufacturing unit operations such as seed train, bioreactors/fermenters, centrifugation, filtration, chromatography, UF/DF, conjugation, and lyophilization.
• CIP, SIP, aseptic sampling, parts washing, documentation, work order generation, and data entry/evaluation.
• Will require communication and interaction with various groups and leaders in collaboration.
• Perform routine analytical, compendial, and general laboratory testing in a GMP-regulated environment.
• Conduct testing using techniques such as pH, appearance, UV-Vis spectroscopy, and other applicable analytical methods.
• Follow approved SOPs, test methods, specifications, and laboratory procedures.
• Operate, maintain, and perform routine checks of laboratory instruments and equipment as required.
• Accurately document testing activities and results in accordance with GMP and data integrity requirements.
• Review and evaluate analytical data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established requirements.
• Support sample preparation, testing, documentation, and laboratory investigations, as applicable.
• Maintain compliance with GMP, safety, quality, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with laboratory and cross-functional teams to support testing timelines and laboratory operations.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Requires a minimum of 0 to 2+ years of experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment (bioprocess or chemical process industry).
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Maintains a safe work environment.
• Demonstrated capability to work as a team member in a matrix development team.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office, especially MS Word, MS Excel.
• Knowledge of fermentation and/or downstream processing techniques (preferred).
• Prior experience in a Biological Pilot Plant or Commercial Manufacturing setting (desired).

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or BS/BA in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Cell Biology, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, or equivalent.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs and stand for 8-hour shift.

Additional Information

• Positions are full-time, Monday–Friday, 1st shift, with overtime as needed.
• Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Chesterfield, MO are encouraged to apply.

What We Offer

• 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.
• Yearly goal-based bonus & eligibility for merit-based increases.