What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Scientist I position at Eurofins USA Discovery Services?
Job Description
The Associate Scientist I will support the Discovery Services and Products Team in contract research services. This role requires knowledge of scientific principles and experience in a general lab setting.
Qualifications
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
- Performs work in a laboratory setting, meeting the physical job requirements of a lab role
- Prepares and manages inventory of buffers, reagents, media, semi-finished and finished goods
- Maintains cell culture in a BSL2 laboratory, and adheres to cleanroom guidelines and aseptic technique, according to protocol
- Conducts production assays in ADMET, BioMAP®, Ion Channel, ImmunoSignal Services, OncoPanel™ Services, and manufacturing, lot release assays and inventory management for Cell Products
- Understands and complies with requirements for work performed at a GxP site
- Completes required training and supports 100% of Employee Health and Safety requirements
- Demonstrates proficiency with, care and maintenance of lab equipment and department assets
- Conducts responsible use of confidential IT and business systems, as required
- Adheres to department SOPs and documentation requirements, maintains accurate data management and reporting
- Supports unit goals and demonstrates Eurofins’ competencies, as defined in the job plan
- Provides training to colleagues and external end users, when required
- Contributes to scientific community, and site research and development objectives
- Works effectively in a team environment, under minimum direction, to achieve business production, project timelines, and quality objectives
- Adjusts work hours and provides cross-functional support to other departments, as required, and maintains accountability in delivering to client needs / timelines
- Routinely communicates project updates to internal and external clients
Basic Minimum Qualifications (BMQ) :
Ability / Skills (BMQ) :
Additional Information
Position is full-time position, Monday - Friday 8am-5pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lancaster, PA are encouraged to apply.
Eurofins USA Medical Devices is a M / F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employee
Eurofins USA Discovery Services is a M / F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
