Associate Scientist l

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.

About the role

The SST Associate Scientist I shall assist other SST Laboratory personnel in general lab duties, ensuring quality and accurate data in a timely fashion. This role involves effective communication internally and externally, cooperative work, and proposing process improvements for technical areas.

Responsibilities

• Perform sample analysis and document results.
• Follow work instructions and direct sample flow for efficiency.
• Participate in general laboratory and equipment maintenance.
• Communicate inventory needs and sample/test issues to appropriate staff.
• Identify and report opportunities to improve efficiency, customer satisfaction, and quality.
• Perform assigned tasks according to company procedures and work instructions in the most cost-effective way.
• Perform evaluation tests according to work instructions and follow AOSA, Canada, or ISTA rules depending on testing requested.
• Ensure consistent and repeatable results in a timely fashion.
• Propose and communicate process improvements for planting and/or evaluation.
• Evaluate TZ Tests (both Post Germ and straight TZ Tests).
• Maintain appropriate inventory and organize supplies.
• Guide or assist newer staff with questions and direct them appropriately.
• Ensure accurate and efficient execution of work instructions while minimizing mistakes.
• Work under pressure to meet deadlines for test completion.
• During October through March, may be requested to work at least 45 hours per week to assist the lab manager.

Requirements

• High School degree recommended with an aptitude for science.
• Certification by the Society of Commercial Seed Technologists is recommended.
• Within a commutable distance of the worksite location.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Ability to maintain focus
• Mental addition and subtraction
• Computer operation including email and LIMS
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Self-motivated
• Understanding of priorities
• Willingness to learn new things

Schedule

Part-Time. Standard Business Hours are Monday – Friday, 8am–4:30pm. Weekends and early morning/late evening shifts are available.

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