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Associate Scientist l (DNA) (Entry Level)

Eurofins Genomics Americas · River Falls, WI · 2 days ago
On-siteScience$17.25/hrFull-time

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 GTS Department is dedicated to supporting ELISA/HB planting, harvesting, extraction, and testing; DNA QA grinding, plating, and testing; MBGT planting, plating and testing; Electrophoresis planting, plating, extraction and testing. The GTS Department includes genetic purity testing using Isozyme Electrophoresis, trait purity testing using ELISA/Herbicide Bioassay testing, and adventitious presence and zygosity testing using in DNA QA via PCR. The DNA Associate Scientist is responsible for assisting in all activities, as directed, for the GTS/MBGT work streams, with primary focus in DNA extraction, testing, and data analysis.

Responsibilities

  • Communicate effectively internally and externally
  • Work cooperatively
  • Participate in general laboratory maintenance
  • Effectively communicate sample/internal issues to Manager and/or Group Lead as appropriate
  • Effectively communicate personnel issues to Manager and/or Group Lead
  • Assist with the creation of plate maps for DNA QA
  • Assist in DNA QA extraction, testing, data analysis, and reporting
  • Become proficient in all areas of GTS planting/sample prep/evaluating/harvesting/extraction/testing
  • Help, support and maintain EBDI Safety program
  • Help, support and maintain EBDI ISO quality system
  • Ensure accurate and efficient execution of written protocols
  • Complete technical training on equipment/processes in different labs as needed
  • Other duties as needed

Requirements

  • High school diploma and science aptitude
  • Within a commutable distance of the worksite location
  • Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
  • Position requires sitting and standing for multiple hours, as well as lifting up to 50 lbs

Skills

  • Experience using Microsoft Office Suite

Pay

$17.25 per hour

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM (Full Time)

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

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