Laboratory Analyst 2 - Microbiology

at  Company Bureau Veritas

Laboratory Analyst 2 - Microbiology
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Date: Jul 29, 2024
Location: Bedford, Nova Scotia, CA
Company: Bureau Veritas
Do you believe in the power of teamwork and sharing ideas? Do you take pride in delivering exceptional quality and service with everything you do? Do you seek out ideas for improving the status quo? If you want to make a difference and love being surrounded by the best and the brightest, Bureau Veritas Laboratories might be the place for you!

IMAGINE BEING SURROUNDED BY THE BRIGHTEST MINDS IN THE INDUSTRY.

Bureau Veritas is looking for an

YOU ARE AN IDEAL ANALYST 2 IF YOU HAVE [MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS]:

• You possess a Bachelor of Science Degree, major in Microbiology preferred
• You have 1 to 3 years of experience in related area of testing
• You have good time-management, communication, multi-tasking and priority setting skills
• You have the ability to perform simple calculations.
• You have a positive outlook with an ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• You must be able to distinguish between different color reactions.
• You have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• You have the ability to work as part of a team.
• You are organized.
• You have a professional attitude.
  This is a 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. position.
  Overtime may be required with short notice.
  This position will require a Saturday shift rotation (approx. 2/month).
  Bureau Veritas is a world leader in testing, inspection and certification services.
  When we look at Bureau Veritas, we want to see a reflection of the communities in which we work. Inclusion is about actively involving every employee’s ideas, knowledge, perspectives, approaches and styles to maximize business success. Inclusion is about attracting new talent who will bring more diversity to our workforce, with differences in culture, professional backgrounds and beliefs.
  Our purpose: shaping a world of trust.
  Guaranteeing quality, ensuring Health and Safety, mitigating risks and improving performance as well as environmental protection and social responsibility … This is what Bureau Veritas is about, truly believing that it contributes to bettering society.
  Blending performance & integrity, with ambition & humility, responsibility & openness, we are proud that our people leave a mark on what they do.
  We respect our people and believe in our talents.
  We empower them to leave their mark, working as a team for the benefit of our 400,000 clients across 140 countries.
  We believe that leaving a mark is a true challenge and opportunity for every one of us, a sign of trust and impact, a bond with the future, a proof of growth and development.
  Being part of the BV family, is more than just working, it’s being convinced that you will Leave your mark…. in shaping a world of trust.
  Join our talented community of scientists and experts and apply today at https://www.bvna.com/careers
  Bureau Veritas Labs is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and work environment. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise Human Resources of any accommodations that are required. Any information received relating to accommodations will be treated as confidential.

• Follow Standard Operating Procedures.
• Follow all laboratory safety rules and regulations.
• Responsible for sample prep and analysis.
• Ability to safely handle pure microbiological organisms and cultures.
• Quality Media preparation and laboratory maintenance.
• General housekeeping of laboratory and workstations.
• Prepare samples, sub-samples and reagents. Ensure samples, extracts and standard solutions are properly labelled and stored in the appropriate location.
• Operation of autoclave, balances and meters.
• Maintain up to date maintenance records.
• Meet quality and turnaround time specifications required by the client and ensure samples are analysed within holding time requirements.
• Provide supervisor with updates on workstation status including advance notification of any delays.
• Maintaining a clean organized workspace.
• Train Lab Technicians and Analyst 1 as required.
• Ability to work overtime, weekend rotations and late shifts to accommodate client needs.
• Other duties as assigned