Biophysical Analytical Characterization Scientist - Group Leader

Eurofins•Boston, MA

1d•$39 - $56

About The Position

Eurofins PSS is seeking a Scientist Group Leader to support an Analytical Development team that is responsible for developing and implementing new analytical methods, as well as optimizing and improving current methods for the characterization of raw materials, RNA drug substances, and LNP products and programs at various development stages.

Requirements

B.S. in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biophysics, or related field with 3-4 years of biotech industry experience or M.S. degree with 1-2 year of biotech industry experience.
Analytical chemistry laboratory skills.
Experience with the following: HPLC/UPLC and CE.
Previous experience developing methods for mRNA (gRNA and LNP are a plus).
Strong leadership, initiative, and teambuilding skills.
Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
Proactive and positive mindset.

Nice To Haves

Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biophysics, or related field with 2-4 years of biotech industry experience or M.S. degree with 3-7 years of biotech industry experience or B.S. degree with 5+ years of biotech industry experience.
Experience with HPLC/UPLC, MS, UV/Vis, and FTIR.
Strong understanding of advanced characterization technologies and data interpretations such as cryo-TEM, NMR, DLS, AUC, etc.
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Develop, optimize, and execute analytical methods intended for a variety of purposes, including release and stability testing, product characterization, high-throughput analysis, and perform assays for characterization of complex raw materials.
Review, interpret, and present data within the analytical team and cross-functionally.
Provide technical oversight for troubleshooting and phase-appropriate qualification and validation of analytical assays for the analysis of gRNA, mRNA, and LNP.
Work in partnership with internal and/or external QC to coordinate analytical method transfer within the organization or at Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs)/Contract Testing Laboratories (CTLs).
Author, review, and revise technical source documents to support phase-appropriate comparability.
Serve as the CMC representative on cross-functional project teams.
Provide technical oversight to guide analytical/QC investigations, as needed.
Actively collaborate with internal and external process development and quality teams.
Train and mentor junior team members.
Support and monitor the performance of team members
Participate in new hire interviews and onboarding processes
Disseminate administrative communications and promote company vision
Ensure adherence to highest quality and efficiency standards in laboratory operations
Ensure coverage and performance
Perform administrative tasks to support team member growth and development
Balance technical work with leadership responsibilities
Foster morale, collaboration, and teamwork with the group