Computational Scientist (Requires Lab and Automation Experience)
Eurofins
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New London County, CT
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Posted April 17, 2026
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- The successful candidate will help design, prototype and develop laboratory automation solutions for drug product development applications as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Assist with design and testing of modular hardware to facilitate data-rich experimentation.
- Enable use of digital tools for machine learning and self-optimization to enhance automation goals.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to implement automated equipment and develop novel solutions for execution of laboratory experimentation.
- Innovate with academic and industrial collaborators to identify unmet needs and develop novel solutions.
- Partner with research scientists and engineers on suitable experimentation to deliver DPDS workflows for solid dosage form development.
- Implement a robotic control system for orchestration of multiple workstreams using modular laboratory equipment.
- Enable data management systems to retrieve, process and store relevant lab data from both manual and automated experiments.
- Develop and implement data analytics tools for process optimization, process modeling, and visualization.
- Participation with departmental initiatives, continuous improvement teams, scientific presentations, and external collaborations to influence scientific and business impact of the group.
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In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Additional Information
Position is Monday- Friday 8:00 AM- 5:00PM.
Overtime as needed.
Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Groton, CT are encouraged to apply.
Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Groton, CT are encouraged to apply
Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
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Requirements
- Strong coding with C/C++ or Python
- Experience working with Application Programming Interface (API) and Open Platform Communications (OPC)
- Data processing experience, including AI agents, machine learning, and Bayesian optimization
- Experience working with computer-aided vision systems for testing and analysis of product quality attributes
- Basic mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Preferred Skills
- Experience with robotics, automation, data analytics, and machine vision systems used in laboratory automation
- Experience in pharmaceutical research and development
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Education
- (Not required) – Master of Science Degree in Automation Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Data Sciences or closely related discipline;
- (Not required) – OR a Bachelor’s degree in these disciplines with 2-4 years of relevant experience in a laboratory setting.
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 laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.
The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.
In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 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 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
Job Description
We are seeking an associate scientist/scientist to join the SmartLab within Drug Product Design and Supply.
The successful candidate will develop and deploy automation and technology processes for pharmaceutical drug candidates in a laboratory setting.
Position Responsibilities
The successful candidate will help design, prototype and develop laboratory automation solutions for drug product development applications as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Assist with design and testing of modular hardware to facilitate data-rich experimentation.
Enable use of digital tools for machine learning and self-optimization to enhance automation goals.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to implement automated equipment and develop novel solutions for execution of laboratory experimentation.
Innovate with academic and industrial collaborators to identify unmet needs and develop novel solutions.
Partner with research scientists and engineers on suitable experimentation to deliver DPDS workflows for solid dosage form development.
Implement a robotic control system for orchestration of multiple workstreams using modular laboratory equipment.
Enable data management systems to retrieve, process and store relevant lab data from both manual and automated experiments.
Develop and implement data analytics tools for process optimization, process modeling, and visualization.
Participation with departmental initiatives, continuous improvement teams, scientific presentations, and external collaborations to influence scientific and business impact of the group.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
Master of Science Degree in Automation Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Data Sciences or closely related discipline;
OR a Bachelor’s degree in these disciplines with 2-4 years of relevant experience in a laboratory setting.
Strong coding with C/C++ or Python
Experience working with Application Programming Interface (API) and Open Platform Communications (OPC)
Data processing experience, including AI agents, machine learning, and Bayesian optimization
Experience working with computer-aided vision systems for testing and analysis of product quality attributes
Basic mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
Preferred Requirements
Experience with robotics, automation, data analytics, and machine vision systems used in laboratory automation
Experience in pharmaceutical research and development
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Additional Information
Position is Monday- Friday 8:00 AM- 5:00PM. Overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Groton, CT are encouraged to apply.
Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Groton, CT are encouraged to apply
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 PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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 laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.
The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.
In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 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 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
Job Description
We are seeking an associate scientist/scientist to join the SmartLab within Drug Product Design and Supply.
The successful candidate will develop and deploy automation and technology processes for pharmaceutical drug candidates in a laboratory setting.
Position Responsibilities
The successful candidate will help design, prototype and develop laboratory automation solutions for drug product development applications as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Assist with design and testing of modular hardware to facilitate data-rich experimentation.
Enable use of digital tools for machine learning and self-optimization to enhance automation goals.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to implement automated equipment and develop novel solutions for execution of laboratory experimentation.
Innovate with academic and industrial collaborators to identify unmet needs and develop novel solutions.
Partner with research scientists and engineers on suitable experimentation to deliver DPDS workflows for solid dosage form development.
Implement a robotic control system for orchestration of multiple workstreams using modular laboratory equipment.
Enable data management systems to retrieve, process and store relevant lab data from both manual and automated experiments.
Develop and implement data analytics tools for process optimization, process modeling, and visualization.
Participation with departmental initiatives, continuous improvement teams, scientific presentations, and external collaborations to influence scientific and business impact of the group.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
Master of Science Degree in Automation Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Data Sciences or closely related discipline;
OR a Bachelor’s degree in these disciplines with 2-4 years of relevant experience in a laboratory setting.
Strong coding with C/C++ or Python
Experience working with Application Programming Interface (API) and Open Platform Communications (OPC)
Data processing experience, including AI agents, machine learning, and Bayesian optimization
Experience working with computer-aided vision systems for testing and analysis of product quality attributes
Basic mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
Preferred Requirements
Experience with robotics, automation, data analytics, and machine vision systems used in laboratory automation
Experience in pharmaceutical research and development
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Additional Information
Position is Monday- Friday 8:00 AM- 5:00PM. Overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Groton, CT are encouraged to apply.
Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Groton, CT are encouraged to apply
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 PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.