Scientist – Molecular Biology

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 4+ years of relevant industry experience; additional experience in analytical development or GMP assay validation strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting late-stage development or regulated laboratory environments is preferred.
• Must have authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship requirements
• Candidates located within a commutable distance to Berkeley, CA are highly encouraged to apply
• Mon-Friday 1st Shift, No weekend or holiday work
• What we offer:
• Comprehensive medical coverage, with dental and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Comp Range: $60,000-80,000
• Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services® (PSS) is a global, award-winning insourcing solution that places our people at our clients’ site dedicated to running and managing laboratory services while eliminating headcount, co-employment and project-management worries.
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• Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
• At Eurofins PSS, we work with leading international companies across the pharma, medical device, food, cosmetic & consumer products industries - who all trust us with their mission-critical testing. For 20 years, our international network of teams have served clients at their sites, across 20 countries.
• PSS® is part of Eurofins Scientific, an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services across multiple industries, through a network of over 950 laboratories in 60 countries, and c.a. 63,000 employees. Life at Eurofins is a meritocracy, where people are empowered to make decisions and are rewarded for their success, allowing them to advance quickly. Become your most extraordinary self with support and development throughout your career.
• Strong experience with mammalian cell culture .
• Hands-on experience with DNA/RNA extraction and molecular biology assays such as qPCR, ddPCR, and DNA/RNA quantitation .
• Experience with QX ONE , QX 200 and QuantStudio 7 instrumentation preferred.
• Working knowledge of analytical method development, assay optimization, qualification, and validation in a GMP environment .
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex experimental data, troubleshoot assay performance issues, and support method improvements.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to write and review SOPs, technical reports, and scientific documentation .
• Ability to collaborate effectively with peers, managers, and cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
• Solid understanding of GMP requirements and documentation practices.