Flow Cytometry Scientist

The work we do at Eurofins Professional Scientific Services matters, and so do our employees. At Eurofins PSS, 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.

We are seeking a skilled and collaborative scientist to support immunology-focused research through flow cytometry. The candidate will work directly on the client site in Cambridge, MA. This role will be responsible for characterizing peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs), primary cells isolated from human biospecimens, and organoid models. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on expertise in multiparameter flow cytometry, immunophenotyping, assay development, and data analysis, with the ability to work closely with cross‑functional teams in support of discovery and translational research.

• Design, optimize, and execute multiparameter flow cytometry assays to characterize immune and non-immune cell populations.
• Support immunophenotyping of PBMCs, primary cells derived from human biospecimens, and organoid-based models.
• Develop and validate antibody panels for cell lineage, activation state, phenotype, and functional readouts.
• Perform sample preparation, staining, instrument setup, compensation, quality control, and acquisition on flow cytometers.
• Analyze flow cytometry data using appropriate software and statistical methods; generate high-quality figures, summaries, and reports.
• Collaborate with scientists within the client team and broader Immunology teams to support experimental design and interpretation.
• Maintain rigorous documentation of protocols, experimental conditions, and results in compliance with internal standards.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to sample handling, staining performance, instrument operation, and data quality.
• Contribute to method development for emerging sample types, including organoids and scarce human biospecimens.

Basic

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. or M.S. with 8+ years of experience or Ph.D. with 3+ years of experience.
• Degree in Biology, Immunology, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• Hands‑on experience with flow cytometry, including sample preparation, staining, acquisition, and analysis.
• Working knowledge of PBMC isolation, primary human cell handling, and immunophenotyping techniques.
• Experience with organoid models and/or human biospecimens and awareness of related handling and quality considerations.
• Strong understanding of immune cell markers and flow cytometry assay design.
• Proficiency with flow cytometry analysis software such as Flow Jo, FACSDiva, or equivalent.
• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced research environment.
• Authorization to work in the United States without restriction or sponsorship.

The position is full-time, first shift, Monday-Friday with overtime as needed. Candidates living within a commutable distance of Cambridge, MA are encouraged to apply.

• Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Eligibility for yearly goal-based bonus & merit-based increases
• Compensation: $,000 annually
  based on education and past experience.

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