What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scientist position at Eurofins?
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. 6.7 billion Euros turnover, over 940 laboratories across 59 countries and about 61,000 staff.
Job Description
We are searching for an Entry Level Scientist to support our growing team.
Scientist responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Set-up and conduct experiments in accordance with Protocol and SOP's.
- Efficiently carry out procedures necessary to complete each project with minimal supervision.
- Prepare test solutions and diets in accordance with directions.
- dosing, necropsy and other procedures.
- Dose, evaluate responses, perform necropsies, and collect blood, urine, fecal and tissue specimens in accordance with standard operating procedures and protocols.
- Meticulously maintain precise records of all experiments in accordance with good laboratory practices.
- Assist in writing of reports.
- Follow all PSL safety requirements.
- Ability to safely wear a respirator required
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate would possess:
- 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
Basic Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in laboratory animal medicine, toxicology, animal science or biology is preferred, or equivalent directly-related experience (two years of directly related industry experience is equivalent to one full-time year of college in related major)
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Additional Information
Position is a full time Monday-Friday, 9-5 p.m., with overtime as needed. This position will require rotating weekend work.
As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work.
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) matching
- PTO and Holidays
To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website www.eurofins.com
Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
