Senior Scientific Advisor - Biosafety
About The Position
The Biosafety Senior Scientific Advisor (SSA) serves as the primary technical authority for Eurofins BPT, providing strategic guidance to clients and internal leadership on GMP Biosafety requirements. This role covers the full lifecycle of biologics, including Cell Bank Production/Characterization, Viral Clearance, and Unprocessed Bulk lot release. The SSA operates as a high-level subject matter expert, partnering with field sales to identify client needs, architect technical solutions, and secure new business. This position requires a blend of scientific depth and commercial acumen to position Eurofins as the premier partner for sponsors and CDMOs.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Life Sciences; minimum 10 years of directly relevant experience.
- Proven track record in sales for a service company in the pharmaceutical sector – CDMO, CRO, CTO.
- Technical background in Therapeutic Proteins, mAbs, and ADCs.
- Willingness to travel at least 40%.
- Digital fluency in Microsoft 365.
- Authorization to work in the United States without restriction or sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Direct experience building strategic alliances with CMO/CDMO partners.
- Comprehensive understanding of the biopharmaceutical development lifecycle, from R&D through commercial launch, including cGMP quality systems.
- A strategic mindset with the ability to navigate complexity and make timely, data-driven decisions.
- Strong initiative and teambuilding skills, with the ability to work both independently and as a collaborative team member.
- Exceptional diligence and the ability to convey complex scientific concepts to diverse stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the lead technical consultant for GMP biosafety requirements for large molecules, covering cell bank manufacturing, characterization, bulk harvest, and viral clearance.
- Build and maintain integrated partnerships with sponsors and CMO/CDMOs, positioning Eurofins' biosafety services as foundational solutions.
- Increase Eurofins' industry reputation by publishing white papers, hosting webinars, and delivering presentations at conferences.
- Own the biosafety service line sales activities, maintaining a robust CRM pipeline and reporting monthly wins, losses, and opportunities to leadership.
- Execute 15 in-person stakeholder meetings per month (QC, Manufacturing, Process Development) to secure contracts and provide value-driven solutions.
- Partner with Business Development Managers (BDMs) to optimize market penetration strategies and increase quote win ratios.
- Collaborate with Business Unit (BU) leaders to align client programs with the specific capabilities and expertise of the Eurofins BPT laboratory network.
- Design comprehensive technical work scopes in response to complex RFPs, ensuring all scientific, regulatory, and business needs are met.
- Monitor market pricing, regulatory shifts, and scientific trends to maintain a competitive and innovative service offering.
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
