Protein Purification Scientist
Job Description
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The work we do at Eurofins Professional Scientific Services matters, and so do our employees. At Eurofins PSS, we put a focus on your professional growth. We provide our employees the ability to break into the biopharmaceutical industry and grow from the bottom up. We have the supportive teams and tools available to invest in you while also affording you work-life balance and a competitive benefits package.
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.
If you’re looking for a rewarding career, a place to call home, apply with us today!
Job Description
- Purify reagent proteins/antibodies using gravity or chromatography-mode with various FPLC methods (affinity, ion exchange, and gel filtration) under supervision.
- Apply protein chemistry/analytical techniques such as mass spectrometry, SDS-PAGE, and analytical SEC to assess protein quality.
- Analyze and summarize experimental data and maintain accurate records in client-provided electronic lab notebooks (ELNs).
- Collaborate effectively with team members and cross-functional partners, proactively communicating issues and seeking guidance when needed.
- Stay flexible and open to learning new techniques and technologies as project needs evolve.
Qualifications
- B.S. Biochemistry or related field with 1-2 years of relevant laboratory experience.
- Experience with protein purification techniques such as FPLC, SDS-Page, SEC, etc.
- Flexible, able to multi-task, open to learn new techniques as needed, good communication skills and able to flag issues when arise and seek help.
- Highly detail-oriented and collaborative, able to analyze and summarize data upon training, document data properly in client-provided electronic lab notebook (ELN).
- Must be eligible to work indefinitely in the United States without restriction or sponsorship
Additional Information
Position is full-time Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of La Jolla, CA 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
- Compensation Range: $24-28 per hour based on experience
Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.