Associate Scientist l (SST) (Full-Time/Entry-Level)

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 and be responsible for ensuring quality and accurate data in a timely fashion.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively internally and externally.
• Work cooperatively and propose process improvements for technical area.
• Participate in general laboratory maintenance.
• Ensure quality and accurate data in a timely fashion in all processes in a given area.
• Follow work instructions and direct sample flow for efficiency.
• Perform sample analysis and document results.
• Participate in lab and equipment maintenance.
• Communicate inventory needs to appropriate staff.
• Communicate sample/test issues to appropriate responsible manager.
• Identify and report any opportunities to improve efficiency, customer satisfaction, and quality.
• Perform assigned tasks according to company procedures and work instructions in the most cost-effective way.
• Ensure ALL goals are met for the day and encourage others to meet their goals as well.
• Perform evaluation tests according to work instructions and follow AOSA, Canada, or ISTA rules depending on testing requested.
• Perform tasks as defined by lab manager.
• Drive the process and motivate individuals to get the work done.
• Ensure the consistent and repeatability of 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 based on years of experience.
• Direct newer staff in the right direction if the answer to a question is unknown.
• Ensure accurate and efficient execution of work instructions.
• Minimize the number of mistakes made throughout the workday/week.
• During the months of October through March, may be requested to work at least 45 hours per week to assist the lab manager in maintaining the SST lab.

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.

Qualifications

• Certification by the Society of Commercial Seed Technologists is recommended.
• 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.