Associate Scientist l (Entry Level) at Eurofins

River Falls, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Aug, 26

Salary

17.25

Posted On

07 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

DNA Extraction, Data Analysis, Microsoft Office Suite, PCR, ELISA, Herbicide Bioassay, Isozyme Electrophoresis, Plate Mapping, Laboratory Maintenance, ISO Quality Systems

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 Pay Rate: $17.25/Hr. Shift: Monday- Friday, 8:00am- 4:30 PM (Full Time) The GTS Department is dedicated to supporting ELISA/HB planting, harvesting, extraction, and testing; DNA QA grinding, plating, and testing; MBGT planting, plating and testing; Electrophoresis planting, plating, extraction and testing. The GTS Department includes genetic purity testing using Isozyme Electrophoresis, trait purity testing using ELISA/Herbicide Bioassay testing, and adventitious presence and zygosity testing using in DNA QA using PCR. The DNA Associate Scientist is responsible for helping in all activities, as directed, for the GTS/MBGT work streams, with primary focus in DNA extraction, testing, and data analysis. Responsibilities and Duties General: Communicate effectively internally and externally Work cooperatively Participate in general laboratory maintenance Effectively communicate sample/internal issues to Manager and/or Group Lead as appropriate Effectively communicate personnel issues to Manager and/ or Group Lead Specific: Assist with the creation of plate maps for DNA QA Assist in DNA QA extraction, testing, data analysis, and reporting Become proficient in all areas of GTS planting/sample prep/evaluating/harvesting/extraction/testing Help, support and maintain EBDI Safety program Help, support and maintain EBDI ISO quality system Ensure accurate and efficient execution of written protocols Technical training on equipment/processes in different labs as needed Other duties as needed Qualifications Education/Experience: High school and science aptitude Within a commutable distance of the worksite location. Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship Skills: Experience using Microsoft Office Suite Other Factors: Position requires sitting and standing for multiple hours, as well as lifting up to 50lbs. Additional Information Shift: Monday- Friday, 8:00am- 4:30 PM (Full Time) 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 Genomic Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Eurofins USA Genomic Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Compensation: USD 17.25 - USD 17.25 - hourly

Responsibilities

The Associate Scientist supports DNA extraction, testing, and data analysis within the GTS/MBGT work streams. Responsibilities include creating plate maps, maintaining laboratory safety programs, and ensuring the execution of written protocols.