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Job Description
Basic Function: the Analyst I is responsible for providing basic technical support and analysis of Cosmetics products within the Microbiology Testing Laboratory. This is a deadline-based, high-pressure work environment with on-going projects for a variety of clients.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1-3 years working in microbiology-related industries;
• Be a capable instrument or equipment operator;
• Be experienced on a number of wide variety routine and some non-routine microbiology techniques, methods and procedures;
• Be proficient at data retrieval and interpretation of routine analysis or tests;
• Have basic troubleshooting skills, both with instruments and methods;
• Be able to write lab reports;
• Be able to work under Health Canada guidelines; familiarity with USP, ACMPR, GMP and GLP an asset;
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures {SOP’s) when conducting the following duties:
• Perform sample preparation and procedures prior to analyses;
• Plan and organize daily work;
• Meet Quality and Turnaround Time specifications required by the client;
• Identify and communicate non-conformances to Supervisor;
• Employ proper laboratory techniques to minimize risk of mislabeling, sample mix-up and cross contamination between samples and other materials;
• Support and comply with Eurofins Cosmetics and Personal Care Health & Safety program;

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience working in a contract laboratory considered an asset;
• Excellent organizational skills;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• A good command of English is necessary;
• Must be able to handle a variety of samples;
• High level of accuracy and strong attention to detail;
• Ability to work independently, while supporting a collaborative, team-based department;
• Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure;
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines;
• Must be proactive, self-disciplined, and able to demonstrate a high level of productivity;
• Demonstrate satisfactory work performance and attendance record;
• Display a high level of professionalism;
• Willingness to learn with the ability to retain information quickly and apply knowledge to various scenarios.

EDUCATION

• A B.Sc. degree preferably in Microbiology, or diploma in related field;
• A solid background and understanding of microbiology is mandatory;
• Computer proficiency - Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

• Perform the maintenance and usage of equipment as per Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Prepare media based on manufacturer instructions; execute the growth promotion tests for all prepared media.
• Collect plates/tubes/bags and place them in the incubator for the specified amount of time and temperature.
• Perform Microbial Limit testing using EP/BP/USP method for samples.
• Check the inventory of supplied materials. Inform microbiology lab supervisor for the requirement of materials. Receive & arrange the supplies.
• Perform Environmental monitoring of Micro lab.
• Sample preparation.
• Serial dilution, plating, sub culturing etc.