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 DescriptionWorks and communicates effectively with team members.Maintains consistent quality and efficiency in all assigned work processes.Keeps equipment and work environment clean and organized.Understands and follows documents relevant to responsibilities, e.g., work instructions, checklists, batch records, logs.Maintains accurate production records according to requirements and in compliance with established quality system standards.Organizing, sorting and prioritizing DNA samples that come in daily.Pipetting DNA sequencing reactions.Performing DNA purification on sequencing reactions, loading and scheduling 3730xl ABI Sequencers.Will work with and under the supervision of a Lab Team Lead.Operating lab equipment: Thermocyclers, ABI 3730xl sequencers, centrifuges, automated liquid handlers.Follows all company safety and regulatory policies, including handling hazardous materials and wearing of PPE that are relative to assigned work.

This position is seeking candidates that are open to working Monday - Friday 11:00pm - 7:30am. There is a 15% differential for this shift, in addition to a base pay. 

Qualifications

The ideal candidate would possess:

Experience with biology techniques and using basic lab equipment.Capacity to perform under pressure in a fast paced production environmentExperience in oligonucleotide manufacturing highly desirable.Experience with DNA Sequencing using 3730xl highly desirable.Previous experience working in an ISO-9000 or cGMP environment.Microsoft Windows and Excel proficiency.Previous experience working with Hazardous Chemicals.Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skillsExcellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detailAbility to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitudeAbility 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 biology, chemistry, or other related degree concentration, or equivalent directly-related experience (two years of directly related industry experience is equivalent to one full-time year of college in related major)Annual RCRA awareness training.Ability to lift 35+ pounds.Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information

Position is full-time, Monday - Friday 11:00pm - 7:30am.Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Louisville, KY are encouraged to apply.

What we offer:

Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision optionsLife and disability insurance401(k) with company matchPaid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA Genomic Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.