Biophysical Scientist

Job Description

Job Description

Company 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 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 is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins 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 Organisations. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

We are seeking a highly motivated Biophysical Scientist to support the Cell Engineering and Analytical Sciences (CEAS) team. This is a 100% laboratory‑based role focused on advanced biophysical and analytical characterization of protein therapeutics. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise across separations and protein characterization, with the ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative, fast‑paced scientific environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform biophysical and analytical characterization of protein and protein‑API samples to support development and process understanding
• Execute and interpret methods including cIEF, cSDS, Mass Spectrometry, HPLC, and fraction collection
• Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot analytical and biophysical methods, with a focus on capillary‑based techniques
• Characterize higher‑order protein structure and assess critical quality attributes
• Independently plan experiments, analyze data, and clearly communicate results to cross‑functional partners
• Maintain detailed electronic documentation using laboratory software systems
• Collaborate closely with scientists within CEAS and adjacent Protein‑API functions in a dynamic lab environment

• PhD in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
• Hands‑on expertise with multiple analytical techniques, including:
  • cIEF
  • cSDS
  • HPLC
  • Mass Spectrometry
  • Fraction collection
• Demonstrated familiarity with:
  • Higher‑order protein structure analysis
  • Method development and optimization
  • Capillary‑based analytical methods
• Experience with Empower and Benchling
• Familiarity with Intavio or related emerging analytical software platforms is a plus (experience not required)
• Proven ability to work independently , manage experiments end‑to‑end, and deliver high‑quality data
• Authorization to work in the country without sponsorship

Position is full-time, Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Malvern, PA 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

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.