About this role
Associate Scientist Intern responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
The Intern Program provides opportunities for undergraduate and recent graduates in scientific fields of study to explore career opportunities with Eurofins Scientific. Students are provided with an opportunity to contribute to our research organization in site laboratories under the mentorship of experienced scientific teams. The program will provide access to a range of equipment, methodology and technology relevant to current pharmaceutical drug development and advancing human health. The program will offer specific project goals in one of several functional lines supported at the St. Charles site: Ion Channel Biology / Electrophysiology, Pharmacology, Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, Excretion, Toxicology, Oncology Screening and In vitro Phenotypic Screening Services.
Performs work in a laboratory setting, meeting the physical job requirements of a lab rolePrepares and manages inventory of buffers, reagents, media, semi-finished and finished goodsMaintains cell culture in a BSL2 laboratory, and adheres to cleanroom guidelines and aseptic technique, according to protocolConducts production assays in ADMET, Ion Channel, Immunosignaling, OncoPanel™ Services,and manufacturing, lot release assays and inventory management for Cell ProductsUnderstands and complies with requirements for work performed at a GxP siteCompletes required training and supports 100% of Employee Health and Safety requirementsDemonstrates proficiency with, care and maintenance of lab equipment and department assetsConducts responsible use of confidential IT and business systems, as requiredAdheres to department SOPs and documentation requirements, maintains accurate data management and reportingSupports unit goals and demonstrates Eurofins’ competencies, as defined in the job planContributes to scientific community, and site research and development objectivesWorks effectively in a team environment, under minimum direction, to achieve business production, project timelines, and quality objectivesAdjusts work hours and provides cross-functional support to other departments, as required, and maintains accountability in delivering to client needs/timelinesRoutinely communicates project updates to internal and external clientsPerforms other duties, as assigned Skills Available for Acquisition in the Program:
General Lab Support, Mammalian Cell Culture, Liquid Handling Robotics, Analytical Method Development, Lab Documentation and Data Management, The intern will be an active member of a cross-functional team and will be exposed to applicable organization (CRO) functions that span a broad range of applications within and supporting the laboratory, such as client services, reagent management, compound management, production, logistics and data reporting.
Basic Minimum Qualifications:
Completion of two years’ collegiate coursework with major identified in scientific fieldCompletion of at least 24 hours coursework in Biology, Biochemistry, or Chemistry fieldExperience in an academic laboratory and knowledge of safe laboratory practicesExperience with MS Office ApplicationsGood Organization and Communication Skills Position is a full-time internship. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of St. Charles, MO are encouraged to apply.
Eurofins USA Discovery Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.