
Bioassay Scientist
Foster City, CAFull-time$55–72K/yrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago
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Job overview
The Bioassay Scientist develops analytical methods for biologic products using plate-based assays and HPLC, and acquires and interprets data for molecule characterization and process development. The role includes troubleshooting instruments and methods, supporting mass spectrometry testing, and collaborating with senior scientists on experiments. It is a full-time, weekday position in Foster City, with overtime as needed.
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Full job description
Foster City, CA, USA
Full-time
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.pe over the past 20 years.
Job Description
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Develop analytical methods for biologic products using plate based assays (potency and process related impurities) and HPLC (size exclusion, ion exchange, reversed phase, etc.
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Acquire and interpret data for molecule characterization and process development studies.
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Maintain good documentation practices for recording experimental plans and results in electronic lab notebook and associated reports.
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May support testing for mass spectrometry (LC-MS, LC-MS/MS, ToF, etc.).
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Assist in troubleshooting of instrumentation and test methods.
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Able to work well independently and in a team setting on assigned tasks, such as method development and testing.
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Participate in group meetings, present results of work, interpret data, and draw conclusions regarding presented material and nature of work.
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Work in collaboration with more senior scientists to design experiments and advance state-of-the-art techniques.
Qualifications
Basic Minimum Qualifications:
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BS in Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, or related discipline
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2+ years’ experience working in a high throughput laboratory environment
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Hands-on proficiency and problem-solving skills with plate based assays (softmax pro), HPLC, CE-SDS, etc.
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Must have experience with aseptic technique and muli-channel pipetting
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Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and capable of multitasking
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Familiarity with lab automation, data science, knowledge management is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Industry experience with performing 96 well plate based assays
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Strong written and verbal communication with a strong attention to detail
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Able to take direction and then manage semi-routine tasks independently
Additional Information
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This position is full time, Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm, with overtime, as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Foster City, CA are encouraged to apply.
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Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Indianapolis, IN are encouraged to apply.
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Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
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Life and disability insurance
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401(k) with company match
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Paid vacation and holidays
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Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Pay Range: $55,000-$72,000/yr
Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
How this job compares
Set against the 2,042 open Scientist jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 30, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$55–72K/yr
- California median$124–174K/yr272 salary ranges
- US median$103–160K/yr1,103 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $64K, is 58% below the California median midpoint ($150K) — in the lowest quarter of Scientist salary ranges in California.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 432 open Scientist jobs in California and 2,042 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in California
- Genentech30 open
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- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience; Scientist postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years at the median (1,464 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 1,206 of the 2,042 open Scientist jobs (59%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 30, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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