Technologist I

Company DescriptionEurofins 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.Job DescriptionFollowing prescribed procedures and performing tests within any laboratory specialty; calculating results as necessaryOperating, calibrating, conducting performance checks, and maintaining laboratory analyzers or equipmentRecognizing and correcting basic analyzer malfunctions; notifying management when appropriatePreparing reagents or media from prescribed proceduresEvaluating media, reagents, and calibrators according to established criteriaConducting quality control procedures on analytical tests, equipment, reagents, media, and products; evaluating QC results and implementing corrective action when neededDetermining performance specifications for new methodsPerforming instrument maintenance, QC reagents, and kitsPerforming routine testing including assay validationsConfirming and verifying results through knowledge of techniques, principles, and analyzersMonitoring quality assurance/continuous improvement programsMonitoring safety programs in compliance with laboratory regulationsUsing laboratory information systems or other methods to accurately and effectively report patient resultsReviewing and following Standard Operating ProceduresReporting test results according to established proceduresSupporting Eurofins DPT’s business philosophy, leadership values, and ethicsMeeting Eurofins DPT’s quality policy and objectives, including good workmanship, adherence to SOPs, training, good documentation practices, and accurate recordkeepingQualificationsMINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTSBachelor’s degree in chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institutionIf required by the state, the appropriate state license to perform clinical laboratory testingWORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSMinimum 1 years of related experience preferredKnowledge of principles, methods, materials, equipment, and techniques of medical technologyKnowledge of chemistry, biology, and bacteriology as related to medical technologyKnowledge of recent developments in medical technologyAbility to perform assigned tasks according to prescribed procedures and make accurate observations and records of test resultsSkill in using medical laboratory equipmentStrong communication skills and analytical thinkingPerforms instrument maintenancePerforms freezer, refrigerator, and incubator maintenancePerforms QC reagents needed for patient testingCompetent to perform routine testing for many tests performed within the departmentPOTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORSThe laboratory maintains all hazardous materials carefully.

Employees must follow Eurofins DPT’s Safety and Exposure procedures, including using provided safety clothing and equipment.For a list of potential chemical hazards, refer to the appropriate SDS sheet.Job descriptions are not intended to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions.

They reflect principal job elements essential for fair pay decisions.

Employees may perform other related duties as needed.Additional InformationCompensation:$23.00 -$26.00 per hourSchedule:Sun-Mon, Thurs-Fri 07:00 to 17:30What we offer:Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision optionsLife and disability insurance401(k) with company matchPaid vacation and holidaysEurofins USA Clinical Diagnostics is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.