Scientist III - Cell Culture
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 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 is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins 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. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. 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.

In 2020, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 5.4 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

Job Purpose:

The Genome Sciences is seeking a highly motivated scientist to drive the identification and validation of new drug targets in human genetics. As a key member of the discovery engine, the successful candidate will play a crucial role in shaping innovative concepts and developing models for screening drug targets for the treatment of cardiometabolic diseases, including T2D, Obesity, Atherosclerosis, Retinal and vascular diseases.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish stem cell-based disease platforms for target identification and validation

• Develop assays to perform screens using CRISPR and high-content imaging techniques

• Design and execute laboratory experiments, interpret data, and communicate results effectively

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across therapeutic and functional areas

• Maintain electronic lab notebooks and sample inventories

Qualifications

Required Experience and Skills:

• Expertise in stem cell culturing, differentiation, and characterization for disease modeling, target identification.

• Ability to perform gene manipulation technologies such as CRISPR, siRNA, ASOs, lentivirus, and AAVs

• Hands-on experience in cell and molecular biology techniques, including RNA extraction, qPCR, ELISA/MSD, ICC, and imaging

• Ability to lead projects individually and as part of a team

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Ability to understand omics data is a plus

Education Requirements:

• MS/Ph.D. in molecular and cell biology or a related discipline

• At least 3 years of work experience in an academic or industry setting.

Additional Information

Position is full-time, Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm.Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Cambridge,MAare encouraged to apply.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

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

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

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