Scientist – Process Development (Protein Fractionation)

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company that offers customers from various industries a unique range of analytical services 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 world's largest companies to ensure the products delivered are safe, theirs Ingredients are authentic and labeling is accurate. The company is a leading global provider of analytics for food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetic products as well as contract research (CRO) services.

Eurofins has more than 950+ laboratories within its global network, employing over 65’000 staff.

As a Scientist, you will join a Eurofins PSS team supporting process development activities in plasma-derived biopharmaceuticals at a client site in Bern.

You will contribute to the development and optimization of protein fractionation processes, working within a structured scientific service environment and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role combines hands-on experimental work with data analysis and scientific evaluation.

Plan, execute, and evaluate laboratory experiments related to process development using scale-down models

Contribute to development and optimization of protein fractionation and purification processes

Perform advanced data analysis and interpret experimental results to support decision-making and continuous improvement

Maintain and optimize databases, ensuring data quality, integrity, traceability, and generation of meaningful insights to support process changes, investigations, and lifecycle management activities

Prepare protocols, reports, and technical documentation

Support scale-up activities and process transfer to the pilot plant

Collaborate with Eurofins PSS team members and client stakeholders

Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and documentation standards

MSc or PhD in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, or similar

Experience in protein purification (ÄKTA chromatography system) and process development

Hands-on laboratory experience in bioprocessing and filtration (filter press systems)

Strong analytical and data evaluation skills

Familiarity with DoE and statistical tools (e.g., JMP) is an advantage

Good scientific report writing and presentation skills

Structured and proactive working style

Fluent in English and German language skills would be an advantage

At Eurofins PSS, our company culture is deeply rooted in our four core values: Teamwork, Integrity, Superlative Customer Satisfaction, and Productivity. We believe in fostering a collaborative environment where every team member is encouraged to contribute their unique expertise and ideas. Our commitment to integrity drives us to uphold the highest ethical standards in all our endeavors. We strive for superlative customer satisfaction by understanding and exceeding our clients' expectations. Embracing productivity, we continuously seek innovative ways to streamline processes and deliver exceptional results. Together, these values form the foundation of a supportive and empowering workplace, enabling us to achieve excellence in everything we do.

As part of our commitment to employee development, we offer abundant growth opportunities at Eurofins PSS. You'll have access to learning and development programs, coaching & mentorship, and the chance to take on challenging projects, empowering you to achieve your professional aspirations.

At Eurofins PSS, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, embracing diversity, and cultivating an inclusive workplace where every individual's unique background and perspective are valued, respected, and celebrated.

Please note that as per Eurofins policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters were engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Eurofins will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.