Technician I

Company Description

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. Eurofins 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 Organisations. 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

• Responsible for pre-analytical processes within the life cycle of the laboratory specimen: collection, packaging, shipping, receiving, processing, tracking, and archiving
• Receives and stores reagents both in the facility and in LabVantage
• Manages inventory
• Performs post-analytical processes, including sample disposition and archive sendouts
• Contributes to laboratory maintenance, as assigned
• Interfaces with Eurofins DPT clients to resolve specimen inquiries and requests
• Recommends changes in services, processes, and policies that enhance pre-analytical efficiencies
• Performs duties in compliance with all applicable regulatory and accrediting agencies
• Affords assistance to department as needed with routine operations
• Supports Eurofins DPT’s business philosophy, leadership values, and ethics
• Maintains compliance with Eurofins DPT’s quality policy and objectives

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 0 – 2 years of experience in the clinical laboratory testing environment
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong communication and analytical skills

Potential Environmental Factors

• This laboratory carefully maintains all hazardous materials
• All employees must abide by Eurofins DPT’s Safety and Exposure procedures
• Use of provided safety clothing and equipment required
• List of potential chemical hazards available upon request

What We Offer

• 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

Additional Information

• Compensation: $19.00-$20.00 per hour
• Schedule: Thursday-Sunday 8:00pm-6:30am