Entry Level Microbiologist
About the role
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 Organization 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 Organizations.
Responsibilities
This position is First Shift, Tuesday-Saturday. The successful candidate will be completing all training in a timely and complete manner; working with an experienced analyst/mentor performing various tasks and analyses of Bio/pharmaceutical ingredients and products; reviewing or preparing standards and samples for analysis and running any equipment or instrumentation independently and/or with guidance; working efficiently; ensuring that the client receives quality data by reviewing laboratory data for accuracy, clarity, and adherence to GMP and/or GLP regulations.
- Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
- Applies the highest quality standard in all areas of responsibility
- Demonstrates strong client service skills, communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Meets all quality and productivity metrics and demonstrates strong teamwork and collaboration
- Regular attendance and punctuality
- Performs laboratory operations with good dexterity, good laboratory technique, and high degree of accuracy and precision
- Perform/Review preparations of reagents, samples, and standards according to procedures
- Document testing, observations, deviations, and results clearly and completely, and in compliance with regulatory requirements - striving to minimize errors
- Read and understand analytical procedures (compendial and client supplied) and internal SOP's
- Use MS Windows applications such as Excel, Word, Outlook email
- Process data, generate reports, and evaluate data
- Perform laboratory maintenance and maintain clean workspace
- Commitment to occasional overtime as workload requires
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill or ability required.
- Bachelor's degree in microbiology, biology, or related degree concentration
- MUST have authorization to work in the US indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
- Experience with microscopes and biological safety cabinets
- Media preparation
- Pipetting
- Organism/culture preparation
- Serial dilution
- Aseptic technique
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.