{"id":1132909,"url":"https://alion.io/job/eurofins-scientific-scientist-i-analytical-development","title":"Scientist I - Analytical Development","company":{"id":3643,"name":"Eurofins Scientific","domain":"eurofins.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/eurofins","size_band":"5000+","is_staffing_agency":false,"is_intermediary":false,"ats_vendor":"SmartRecruiters","truth_index":{"grade":"B","score":80,"open_postings":292,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":0.993,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":19,"computed_at":"2026-09-24T05:45:00Z"}},"role":"Science & Research","role_family":"Science & Research","seniority":"junior","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Fremont, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":40000,"max_usd":87000,"period":"year","method":"role_seniority_country_remote_cell","sample_n":314},"experience_years_min":3,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-22T22:20:26Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-22","last_verified_at":"2026-09-24T07:20:33Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":1,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":1},"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 laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.\nThe Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. It 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 Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.\nIn over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralized and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.\nIn 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.\n Are you looking for your next great opportunity in analytical development? Look no further! Drive the development and advancement of innovative cell-based bioassays that support biologics characterization, potency determination, stability studies, and product development programs. The Scientist I with Eurofins DiscoverX Products, LLC plays a key role in designing, optimizing, qualifying, and executing analytical methods while generating high-quality scientific data to inform critical development decisions. This position combines hands-on laboratory expertise with data analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and a commitment to quality, regulatory compliance, and data integrity to accelerate the delivery of safe and effective biologic products.\nHere's what you'll do:\nBioassay Design, Development, Qualification, and Transfer\nSupport the development, optimization, qualification, and execution of cell-based bioassays for potency testing, product characterization, stability studies, and comparability assessments.\nPerform routine and non-routine laboratory experiments using established procedures and scientific methodologies.\nSupport the development, characterization, and maintenance of assay-ready cell lines and cell banks for internal programs and client projects.\nAssist in evaluating assay performance characteristics, including accuracy, precision, specificity, sensitivity, linearity, robustness, and reproducibility.\nMaintain laboratory reagents, consumables, and inventory to support daily operations.\nExecute qualification studies, analyze data, and maintain accurate documentation in compliance with quality and data integrity requirements.\nTechnical Documentation, Quality, and Compliance\nMaintain accurate records in electronic laboratory notebooks (ELNs) and ensure compliance with quality systems, documentation practices, training requirements, and data integrity standards.\nPrepare and maintain protocols, reports, SOPs, assay records, qualification documentation, and other technical documents.\nAdhere to established laboratory procedures, safety guidelines, and quality requirements to ensure accurate and reliable results.\nData Analysis and Scientific Communication\nAnalyze and interpret assay data using appropriate scientific and statistical tools.\nSummarize experimental results and communicate findings to project teams and management.\nUtilize scientific and statistical data analysis software such as GraphPad Prism, JMP, PLA, SoftMax Pro, or similar platforms.\nCross-Functional Collaboration\nCollaborate with Quality, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Process Development, and Project Management teams to support project objectives and timelines.\nParticipate in team meetings and provide technical updates on assigned projects.\nWork effectively within cross-functional teams to achieve departmental goals.\nProduct Development, Technology Transfer, and Continuous Improvement\nSupport new product development activities, assay platform expansion, technology transfer, and continuous improvement initiatives.\nContribute to efforts that improve assay robustness, efficiency, and reliability.\nAdditional Requirements and Success Metrics\nEnsure timely delivery of high-quality results that meet internal quality standards and project requirements.\nComply with Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), quality, documentation, training, confidentiality, and company policies; perform other duties as assigned.\n The ideal candidate:\nM.S. degree in a related scientific field with 2+ years of relevant industry experience; or\nB.S. degree in a related scientific field with 3+ years of relevant industry experience.\nDeep knowledge of cell and molecular biology techniques, including sterile technique, and assay troubleshooting and optimization.\nHands-on experience with mammalian cell culture, cell-based bioassays, reporter gene assays, mechanism-of-action assays, ELISA, flow cytometry, cell banking workflows, and bioassay data analysis. Experience with neutralizing antibody (NAb) assays and relative potency analysis is a plus.\nHands-on experience performing cell-based assays, using fluorescence and luminescence detection systems, and supporting assay development and optimization activities.\nExperience using scientific and statistical data analysis software such as GraphPad Prism, JMP, PLA, SoftMax Pro, or similar applications is preferred.\n The position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m., with overtime as needed. Candidates within a commutable distance of Fremont, CA are encouraged to apply.\nExcellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options\nLife and disability insurance\n401(k) with company match\nPaid vacation and holidays\nEurofins USA Discovery Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.","description_format":"text","description_chars":6444,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":3,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":null,"security_clearance":false,"languages":[{"language":"English","level":"All levels","optional":false}]},"benefits":[],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Diagnostics","Clinical Research","Environmental Science","CRO & CDMO Services"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-09-23T04:17:01Z"}],"liveness":{"score":63,"band":"ok","label":"Likely open","p_open":1,"p_active":0.632,"p_room":1,"age_days":1,"expected_fill_days":19,"reasons":["conf:4","stale_co","velocity","win:early","comp:junior,brand"],"computed_at":"2026-09-24T05:45:00Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/eurofins-scientific-scientist-i-analytical-development","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/eurofins-scientific-scientist-i-analytical-development.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-09-24T10:16:38Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers"}}