Quality Assurance Laboratory Internship

Werfen

Werfen, founded in 1966, is a worldwide developer, manufacturer and distributor of specialized diagnostic instruments, related reagents, automation workcells, and data management solutions for use primarily in hospitals and independent clinical laboratories. The Company’s business lines include Hemostasis, Acute Care, and Autoimmunity diagnostics, as well as Original Equipment Manufacturing. Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We’re passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.

Our North American Commercial Operations, as well as our Headquarters and Technology Center for Hemostasis and Acute Care Diagnostics, are based in Bedford, MA. Our Headquarters and Technology Center for Autoimmunity Diagnostics is based in San Diego, CA. Additionally, our Technology Center for Hemostasis and Blood Gas Reagents is in Orangeburg, NY, and our Technology Center for Whole Blood Hemostasis is in San Diego, CA.

Position Summary

Performs a broad range of laboratory work ranging from basic laboratory maintenance to performing specialized studies using scientific methods and techniques applicable to specific studies, and/or other specified assignments within the Product Quality Laboratory. Responsible for carrying out assigned projects independently or with the assistance of additional laboratory personnel. General laboratory tasks include solution preparation, instrument troubleshooting, equipment calibration, instrument quality control, and general housekeeping.

This laboratory internship is geared more towards students pursuing a Biology, Medical Laboratory Science, and other Science Related degrees.

Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities

Essential Functions

• Responsible for performing various testing procedures in a laboratory environment
• Performs projects and other assigned activities such as reliability studies, proficiency surveys, validation activities, etc; communicates results, problems and progress in routine or specialized protocols caused by instrument difficulties, or in reagent preparation and/or handling to supervisor and/or applicable teams
• Prepares solutions/samples and performs various laboratory procedures and experiments following established protocols, suggests modifications to protocols/methods as needed
• Understands application of scientific methods to experimental design and problem solving to assist project teams
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Secondary Functions

• Compiles and summarizes results of routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment and communicates results
• Maintains accurate, precise records, and writes technical reports as needed
  
  

Budget Managed (if applicable)

• N/A
  
  

Internal Networking/Key relationships

• Works with various functional groups throughout the organization
  
  

Additional Skills & Capabilities:

• Ability to work compatibly with co-workers and to respond appropriately to instructions or information as required.
• Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).
• Ability to work in a busy biohazardous laboratory environment.
• Able to lift and move materials per current OSHA standards.
  
  

Competencies

• Attention to Detail: Ability to pay close attention to detail is required
• Accuracy: Work is accurate and complete
• Performance Standards: Demonstrated ability to meet department goals
• Communication: Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills
• Discretion:Acts with integrity in all situations and can maintain appropriate confidentiality
• Multi-Tasking: Ability to manage multiple priorities, and support changing business needs
• Collaboration: Ability to work within a team to bring best solutions to the team or customer
• Independence: self-motivated-works under minimal supervision
• Professionalism: Must demonstrate professionalism during all interactions within company, customer and third parties
• Takes Initiative: Serves as a role model for “Quality First” by continuously improving on what matters most to customers
• Problem Solving: Promptly and effectively handles issues and problems
• Decision Making:Makes decisions based on data and risk determination
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum Knowledge & Experience required for the position:

• Currently pursuing B.S. in Engineering, Finance, Business, Marketing with a minimum of 2 college semesters complete.
• Ability to multitask.
  
  

Werfen appreciates and values diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V

We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 5,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.

www.werfen.com