Biological Development Scientist

Company Description The work we do at Eurofins matters, and so do our employees. At Eurofins, we put a focus on your professional growth. We provide our employees the ability to break into the biopharmaceutical industry and grow from the bottom up. We have the supportive teams and tools available to invest in you while also affording you work-life balance and a competitive benefits package. 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 believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies. If youre looking for a rewarding career, a place to call home, apply with us today! Job Description Quantitate antigens using antibody-based assays including ELISA and Western blot Generate recombinant DNA constructs using techniques including nucleic acid extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, plasmid DNA cloning, and bacterial transformation Maintain cell cultures and perform transfection for transient protein expression Perform virus and bacteria isolation, titration, and characterization Support generation of analytical assays and reagents such as antibodies and proteins Work with laboratory animal samples for pathogen isolation and immune response detection (e.g. serum antibody titrations) Keep accurate experiment records Qualifications Bachelors degree in biology, microbiology, biochemistry, molecular biology or other related disciplines with 1-2 years working experience in biological research laboratory General background in microbiology Experience with antibody-based immunoassays (e.g. ELISA and Western blot) Experience in molecular and cellular techniques Hands-on experience with viruses and bacteria Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship Additional Information Position is full-time, first shift, Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMwith some variation as needed. Lifting: May include occasional lifting up to 40 pounds. Work will be conducted in both lab and office facilities. Work environment: The person filling this position works in a BSL-2 laboratory. There may be exposure to animal pathogens, chemicals, and bio hazardous materials. Lab safety training is required for this position. Candidates located within a commutable distance of Kalamazoo, MI are 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 #LI-EB1 Eurofins is aM/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.