Bioanalytical Scientist

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. This is a full‑time, 12‑Month Fixed Term Contract, working a flexible 37 hour week, Monday – Friday.

As an Analytical Scientist you will support the development and optimisation of immunochromatography‑based antigen content assays for vaccine antigen quantification within our client’s Analytical Technology Solutions Department based in Milton Keynes.

• Support the development, optimisation and troubleshooting of immunochromatography‑based antigen content assays, including affinity chromatography experiments, partnering with scientists to improve assay sensitivity, specificity, reproducibility and overall performance.
• Perform protein purification and sample preparation activities using ÄKTA FPLC systems, ensuring accurate buffer preparation, column setup, fraction collection, chromatogram monitoring and effective operation of UNICORN software.
• Develop, program and optimise chromatography methods within UNICORN, adjusting key parameters to achieve robust, reliable and reproducible results.
• Operate, maintain, calibrate and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation, including ÄKTA chromatography systems and associated autosamplers, coordinating maintenance activities to maximise equipment reliability and minimise downtime.
• Support method validation activities by preparing and executing validation protocols, analysing performance characteristics such as accuracy, precision and linearity, and contributing to validation documentation and reporting.
• Analyse assay and chromatography data, quantify antigen content, maintain accurate laboratory documentation in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and communicate findings through clear reports and presentations to support project objectives.

• Degree or higher qualification in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, Chemistry or a related life science field, together with experience in a bioanalytical laboratory environment working to GMP, regulatory and quality standards.
• Proven experience operating Fast Protein Liquid Chromatography (FPLC) as well as Cytiva ÄKTA Pure or ÄKTA Avant chromatography systems and proficiency with UNICORN software for method development, programming, execution and data analysis within a laboratory environment.
• Experience with automated chromatography workflows, including operation of ALIAS or similar autosampler systems, alongside exposure to immunoassay techniques such as ELISA, Western blotting, lateral flow assays or related analytical methodologies.
• Strong understanding of regulated laboratory environments, including GLP and GMP requirements, and knowledge of method development, validation activities, quality systems and documentation standards expected within Eurofins.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills, proficiency in software such as Excel, Minitab or Graph Pad Prism, and a commitment to continuous improvement through the application of best practices, scientific learning and process optimisation initiatives.
• Proactive, quality‑focused mindset, ability to quickly learn new processes, adapt to changing priorities, utilise electronic systems including Microsoft Office and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

At Eurofins we are growing, innovating and always learning. We celebrate the achievements of our employees through annual long‑service awards, recognise our colleagues’ special life events and are committed to charitable causes through global fundraising activities.

As a Eurofins employee you will benefit from:

• Being part of a Reward and Recognition Scheme, recognising great work across our teams.
• Holiday entitlement increases with service.
• The option to opt into our Health Cash Plan, designed to help look after your everyday health and wellbeing.
• Life Assurance from day one, providing cover of four times your annual salary.
• Automatic enrolment into our Company Pension Plan after three months (with the flexibility to opt out if you choose).
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering 24/7 confidential support for both personal and work‑related matters.
• Opportunity to register interest in volunteer days, which support employees who wish to volunteer during working hours.
• Free on‑site car parking.
• Opportunity to explore worldwide opportunities.
• Access to Perkbox, allowing you to save money all year round through supermarket savings, days out, daily coffee or a summer holiday.

We embrace diversity! Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins companies unique.