Associate Scientist: Stability and Batch Release

About the role

Eurofins BPT-Columbia is seeking an Associate Scientist to join our Stability & Batch Release team in Columbia, Missouri. This is an entry-level scientific role offering the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a regulated laboratory environment while supporting research, testing, and analytical studies.

In this role, you will perform laboratory activities under established protocols, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and regulatory guidelines. You will contribute to research and development studies, support data generation and documentation, and assist in ensuring the accuracy and quality of analytical results. As you develop in the position, you will take on increasing responsibility and work with greater independence on projects and assignments.

What You'll Do

• Perform laboratory testing and analytical work in accordance with GMP and/or GLP guidelines.
• Execute studies and experiments following approved methods, protocols, and SOPs.
• Accurately document laboratory activities, data, and results.
• Assist with study monitoring, data review, and report preparation.
• Operate and maintain analytical instrumentation used for testing and analysis.
• Support stability and batch release testing activities.
• Work collaboratively with team members while developing technical expertise and laboratory independence.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a GMP and/or GLP-regulated laboratory environment.
• Hands-on experience with HPLC and/or GC instrumentation.
• Experience using a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Previous laboratory experience through academic, internship, or industry settings.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and work effectively in a team environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or another closely related scientific field.
• Equivalent coursework in a related scientific discipline may be considered.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Additional Information

Position is full-time, working Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m., some weekend required overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within commutable distance to Columbia, MO 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