What are the responsibilities and job description for the Molecular Technologist I-II- Gene Assembly and PCR Weekend shift position at Eurofins?
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.
Job Description
Since 1999, Eurofins Genomics Blue Heron(Blue Heron Biotech) has been a pioneer in the gene synthesis industry and has delivered tens of millions of base pairs of perfectly accurate genes to thousands of customers worldwide using its proprietary GeneMaker® multi-technology platform. We are 100% committed to serving our customers with high quality, strict confidentiality standards, and rapid delivery of synthesized genes, Plasmid DNA, and IVTmRNA.
Core Responsibility:
Responsible for performing various molecular biology protocols associated with the company’s high-throughput gene synthesis process
Position Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
- PCR set-up
- Gel purification
- Restriction digest
- Transformation
- Analyzing gel data
- Work within a multi-disciplinary team, meet goals for accuracy, production deadlines and throughput utilizing the company’s proprietary gene-synthesis platform and related tools.
- Perform production protocols according to established company operating procedures and assist with general production support as needed.
Qualifications
- Associate or Bachelor Degree in Life Science.
- 1 years preferred lab experience related to biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or chemistry.
- The ideal candidate is self-motivated, possesses outstanding organizational skills, and the demonstrated ability to perform as an effective team member.
- Familiarity with PCR, and the operation of complex laboratory equipment are highly desirable.
- Experience utilizing and organizing data via spreadsheets and databases is preferred. Good computer skills, precise attention to detail, record keeping, and adherence to protocols is required.
- The position will require weekend work (Thursday to Monday 8:00am to 4:30pm).
Additional Information
Schedule:
- 8:00am - 4:30pm, Thursday - Monday
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
Eurofins USA Genomic Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
