Technologist II

Eurofins • Full-time • Boston, KY, US • $28 - $30 / hour • 10h ago

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

Following prescribed procedures, performing any of the tests within any of the laboratory specialties, calculating the results of the tests performed as necessary
Operating, calibrating, conducting performance checks, and maintaining any laboratory analyzers or equipment
Recognizing and correcting basic analyzer malfunctions; notifying management personnel when appropriate
Preparing reagents or media from a prescribed procedure
Evaluating media, reagents, and calibrators according to established criteria
Conducting established quality control procedures on analytical tests, equipment, reagents, media, and products; evaluating results of quality control and implements corrective action when indicated
Determining performance specifications for new methods
Performs instrument maintenance, QC reagents and kits
Performs routine testing including assay validations
Confirming and verifying results through knowledge of techniques, principles, and analyzers
Monitoring quality assurance/continuous improvement programs
Monitoring safety programs in compliance with laboratory regulations
Utilizes laboratory information systems or other methods to accurately and effectively report patient results
Review and follow Standard Operating Procedures
Reporting test results conforming to established procedures
Supports Eurofins DPT’s business philosophy, leadership values, and ethics
In order to meet Eurofins DPT’s quality policy and objectives, all employees are expected to meet basic expectations of Eurofins DPT’s quality management system including, but not limited to good workmanship, adherence to standard operational procedures, training, good documentation practices, and accurate recordkeeping.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution
If required by the State in which the laboratory is located, the appropriate State License to perform clinical laboratory testing

Work Experience Requirements

0-2 years of related experience
Knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, equipment, and techniques of medical technology
Knowledge of the principles of chemistry, biology, and bacteriology as related to medical technology
Knowledge of recent developments in the field of medical technology
Ability to perform assigned tasks according to prescribed procedures and to make accurate observations and records of tests results
Skill in the use of medical laboratory equipment
Strong communication skills & analytical thinking
Performs instrument maintenance
Performs freezer, refrigerator, and incubator maintenance
Performs QC reagents needed for patient testing
Competent to perform routine testing for many tests performed within the department

POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

This laboratory carefully maintains all hazardous materials. All employees must abide by Eurofins DPT’s Safety and Exposure procedures. This includes using the provided safety clothing and equipment.
For a list of potential chemical hazards, see appropriate SDS sheet.

Compensation

Additional Information

$28-$30 an hour

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 Clinical Diagnostics is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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