Biochemist
Eurofins

Job Info

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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 Description

• Protein purification (mAbs, therapeutic & reagent proteins) by various chromatography methods
• Use and troubleshoot the AKTA suite of FPLC instruments, Unicorn software, Tecan liquid handler
• Analytical characterization of proteins by SDS-PAGE, Western Blot, and analytical SEC
• Perform high-throughput sample testing in an organized and timely manner
• Quantitate proteins by UV and BCA assay
• Dialyze and concentrate proteins using standard methods
• Sterile filtration and vialing
• Maintain electronic laboratory notebooks, prepare precise technical report summaries, analysis and maintain appropriate documentation
• Basic Laboratory management, multitasking, and experimental troubleshooting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in scientific discipline with emphasis in biochemistry, analytical chemistry, or related disciplines with 1-3 years of hands on experience
• Training and experience with protein purification techniques and instrumentation a plus (AKTA Unicorn suite, Tecan liquid handler, HPLC)
• Working knowledge of and/or skills in protein characterization (SDS-PAGE, Western Blot, SEC, protein quantitation, buffer preparation)
• Ability to perform basic dilution and stoichiometric calculations
• Ability to think critically and relate assay results to biophysical/biochemical protein properties
• Ability to work independently with ambiguity and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• Attention to detail and good oral and written communication skills required

Additional Information

• Work environment: the person filling this position will work predominantly in a laboratory setting. There may be exposure to hazardous chemicals.
• Candidates located within a commutable distance of Kalamazoo, MI are encouraged to apply.
• Position is full-time, first shift, Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMwith some variation as needed.
• 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
• #LI-EB1

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

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