Advanced Micro Technician ll at Eurofins

Fresno, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Feb, 26

Salary

21.0

Posted On

03 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Microbial Identification, Aseptic Techniques, Plate Counting, Media Preparation, Microscopic Observations, Laboratory Instrument Maintenance, Record Keeping, Team Collaboration

Industry

Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories

Description

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 laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It 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. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products. In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products. In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years. Job Description Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Perform routine and non-routine tasks under general supervision to the satisfaction of the Supervisor and/or Senior Microbiologist • Assist in conducting experiments and studies involving various organisms, including pathogens, and Clostridium botulinum • Use aseptic techniques for microbial transfers • Apply microbial identification and enumeration techniques • Accurately perform plate counting on various agars and microorganisms • Accurately prepare media and reagents; perform tasks such as plate pouring, dilutions, and pipetting • Perform microscopic observations, including direct microscopic counts, Gram stains, and wet mounts • Operate and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment to ensure they remain in good working condition. • Assist with labeling, packing, and shipping of materials (e.g., isolates, equipment). • Identify and report equipment and facility improvement needs to the supervisor • Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work environment. • Follow all relevant SOPs, standard methods, and protocols as instructed • Maintain accurate and organized laboratory and experimental records • Communicate effectively with all staff and contribute to a collaborative team environment • Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications • 4-year applicable degree • 2-3 micro lab experience Other Factors: • May work with potentially hazardous substances • Work requires use of PPE (personal protective equipment) • Work requires some standing and sitting for long periods of time • Work may require lifting of weights of up to 40 lbs • Overtime, weekend and holiday work as required • May include second shift work • Will be exposed to potential food allergens Additional Information Shift: Tuesdays- Saturdays, 8am-4:30pm Pay: $21/hour; 5% diff on top of base wage. 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 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 laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It 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. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products. In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products. In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years. Eurofins USA Food Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and non-routine microbiological tasks under supervision, including experiments with various organisms. Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure a clean and safe work environment.