Associate Scientist

Scientific and Research Fellow, Molecular biology

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.

In over 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 61,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of ca. 900 laboratories in 61 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2025, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 7.296 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Agrigenomics Associate Scientist I is dedicated to supporting select activities within the Agrigenomics Lab. Activities focus on sample preparation, DNA extraction, genotyping, Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) and data analysis for both plant, animal, and human specimens.

Knowledge and ability to conduct specific processes related to testing in Agrigenomics lab that may include work in any of the following areas:

• Preparation of paperwork
• Sample preparation (leaf, seed, and animal samples)
• DNA Extraction
• Genotyping
  • Microarray technology
  • NGS
• Data analysis
• Customer communication
• Assist in training of staff
• Internal communication about processes
• Other duties as needed

• Assists in equipment maintenance and calibration
• Support and maintain ISO quality system
• Support and maintain EBDI Safety program
• Others as required by workflows

• A Bachelor of Science in a field related to Agriculture or Laboratory Science is required. Relevant work experience may replace some education.

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• Good attention to detail, ability to effectively work in a team environment and good communication skills are required for this position.

• An Associate Scientist must also have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and the ability to learn to use lab specific hardware and software as needed.

• Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm, with weekends and holidays as required

• 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 Genomic Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.