(Junior) Scientist

**Company Description** Eurofins Scientific** is an international life sciences company that offers customers from various industries a unique range of analytical services 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 world's largest companies to ensure the products delivered are safe, theirs Ingredients are authentic and labeling is accurate. The company is a leading global provider of analytics for food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetic products as well as contract research (CRO) services.

Eurofins has more than 900 laboratories within its global network, employing over 62’000 staff.

**Eurofins Professional Scientific Service®** (PSS) is a global insourcing solution for our customers. Together with the customer, we define a project for the required services that our Eurofins employees should provide at the customer's location. During the ongoing project, the responsibility for project management, the previously defined laboratory services and the deployment of our employees in this project lies with Eurofins PSS.

In your role as **Junior Scientist** you will support the Cellular Analytics group in the development of **functional bioassays for both product release testing and research. **Your main responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

- Planning, execution and analysis of experiments for the development of phase-appropriate cell-based bioassays, biochemical assays and immunoassays to support process and product development
- Performing proof-of-concept studies and completing the feasibility testing of analytical methods
- Documentation of experiments (e.g. writing protocols, summaries, and short reports) in English
- Maintenance of cell cultures and cryo stock inventory
- Responsible for the maintenance of the laboratory infrastructure (e.g. supplies, equipment maintenance)

**Qualifications**
- Apprenticeship as a Laboratory Technician (EFZ) 5+ years' experience or Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in biology, life science, immunology or related field
- Demonstrated aptitude for laboratory-based work; cell culture experience is a must (primary cells and cell lines)
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to work independently in the laboratory
- Ability to troubleshoot and optimize existing and newly established cell-based assays
- Comfortable using ELN, GraphPad Prism, JMP and other laboratory-related software tools
- A basic understanding of the method development process
- Excellent communication and organizational skills (English required, German is a plus)

**Additional Information** Company Culture**

At Eurofins PSS, our company culture is deeply rooted in our four core values: Teamwork, Integrity, Superlative Customer Satisfaction, and Productivity. We believe in fostering a collaborative environment where every team member is encouraged to contribute their unique expertise and ideas. Our commitment to integrity drives us to uphold the highest ethical standards in all our endeavors. We strive for superlative customer satisfaction by understanding and exceeding our clients' expectations. Embracing productivity, we continuously seek innovative ways to streamline processes and deliver exceptional results. Together, these values form the foundation of a supportive and empowering workplace, enabling us to achieve excellence in everything we do.

**Opportunities for Growth**

As part of our commitment to employee development, we offer abundant growth opportunities at Eurofins PSS. You'll have access to learning and development programs, coaching & mentorship, and the chance to take on challenging projects, empowering you to achieve your professional aspirations.

**Equal Opportunity Employer Statement**

At Eurofins PSS, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, embracing diversity, and cultivating an inclusive workplace where every individual's unique background and perspective are valued, respected, and celebrated.