About the role
Company Description
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environment and pharmaceutical products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and for supporting clinical studies. In addition, Eurofins is one of the key emerging players in specialty clinical diagnostic testing in Europe and the USA.
Group's key figures are approx. 6.95 billion Euros turnover, over 950 laboratories across 60 countries and about 63,000 staff.
Job Description
Eurofins Environment Testing is searching for a _Microbiology Analyst_ in Chesapeake, VA. Must live a commutable distance to the laboratory. Compensation based on experience. $18-22/hour
Schedule- Monday-Friday 10:00am-6:00pm This is a full time position.
The Microbiology Analyst I prepares and analyzes environmental water samples using standard analytical techniques according to scientific and EPA methodology in compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing Philadelphia, LLC’s Quality Assurance programs and SOPs.
_Job Description_
- Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
- Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
- Regular attendance and punctuality
- Perform basic micro lab techniques/analyses and prepare media/cultures, based on job function
- Contribute to a small team of analysts using bacterial test systems (i.e. Total Coliform testing, E. coli testing, Total Plate Counts, MPNs, and Wastewater testing)
- Assist in writing, reviewing and editing reports, protocols and SOP’s.
- Train other staff members.
- Efficiently carry out procedures necessary to complete each analysis with minimal supervision.
- Meticulously maintain precise records of all analyses in accordance with good laboratory practice.
- Culture and enumerate infectious bacterial pathogens using routine microbiological techniques.
- Enter data into LIMS computer system
- Maintain/calibrate equipment (Incubators, water baths, refrigerators, etc.)
- Prepare and wash glassware
- Performs other duties as assigned (Wet Chemistry, Sample Login, Courier, etc.)
- Receives and unloads incoming samples or consignments in accordance with DOT regulations and verifies receipt against Chain of Custody (COC), matches it to the corresponding quote and notes discrepancies daily. Verifies that COC’s are accurate, complete, and correct and seeks resolution for those that are not.
- Logs samples into Lab Management System daily to assign a lot number for tracking purposes and distributes paperwork to Project Managers.
- Labels samples so they may be identified by the lot number assigns and delivers samples to appropriate labs for analysis daily.
- Prepares bottle kits daily to be shipped to clients to collect samples and return for analysis in accordance with established procedures including EPA and DOT requirements.
- Forwards samples to other laboratories in accordance with DOT regulations as needed to run tests that are not performed at that location.
- Disposes of spent samples, waste and other potentially hazardous materials in accordance with established procedures.
- Monitors freezer and cooler temperatures daily to confirm that the readings are within SOP guidelines.
- Cleans and organizes the departments/labs daily to promote a clean, safe work environment and smoother flow of daily operations.
- Maintains and promotes safety and conducts all operations in a safe and environmentally compliant manner.
- Stocks and supplies inventory daily and assists with inventory of supplies to maintain proper quantity of materials to perform tasks appropriately.
- Performs splits and composites as needed upon request.
- May perform courier duties as necessitated to support lab and client needs.
- Will be compliant with all driver procedures, certification, and Company driver policies.
- Must be willing to be on-call during non-business hours in order to perform non-routine sampling, delivery, setup of analyses, and readback of tests.
- Assists in maintenance of walk-in coolers to facilitate locating samples.
- Ships empty coolers back to clients and other Eurofins Laboratories. Logs all outgoing coolers in order to maintain a detailed inventory of all coolers.
- Maintains all company vehicles for sample pickups and deliveries as needed.
- Conducts all client interaction in an appropriate and professional manner.
- Bottle order prep duties
- Other job duties as determined by local management.
_The ideal candidate would possess_ :
- Computers, word processing software and database software
- Experience with Microbiological Laboratory and testing procedures
- General mathematics
- Basic composition, spelling, grammar, punctuation
- Strong work ethic, organize work and pay attention to detail
- Computers and basic office equipment
- Computerized shipping systems
- Personal protective equipment
- Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
- Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
- Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
Qualifications
_Basic Minimum Qualifications_ :
- Biological degree preferred with a minimum of _4 credit hours of Microbiology_.
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
- Ability to lift 50lbs
- Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English.
- Perform other duties as assigned