Associate Scientist I

About the Company

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 is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products. In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

About the Role

The 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.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of paperwork
• Sample preparation (leaf, seed, and animal samples)
• DNA Extraction
• General lab cleaning
• Genotyping
• Microarray technology
• Next Generation Sequencing (NGS)
• Data analysis
• Customer communication
• Assist in training of staff
• Internal communication about processes
• Assist in equipment maintenance and calibration
• Support and maintain ISO quality system
• Support and maintain EBDI Safety program
• Other duties as needed or required by workflows

Requirements

• A Bachelor of Science in a field related to Agriculture or Laboratory Science is required. Relevant work experience may replace some education.
• Good attention to detail, ability to effectively work in a team environment and good communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and the ability to learn to use lab-specific hardware and software as needed.

Schedule

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

Benefits

• 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