Associate Scientist- Microbiology Data Review (Entry Level)

Eurofins • Lancaster, PA

108d • Onsite

About The Position

Completing all training in a timely and complete manner; working with an experienced analyst/mentor performing various tasks and analyses of Bio/pharmaceutical ingredients and products; reviewing or preparing standards and samples for analysis and running any equipment or instrumentation independently and/or with guidance; working efficiently; ensuring that the client receives quality data by reviewing laboratory data for accuracy, clarity, and adherence to GMP and/or GLP regulations. This role has a focus on data review and reviewing departmental testing experiments and reports. A technical understanding of Microbiology is a minimum requirement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, or related degree concentration and no previous laboratory experience required
• Ability to work on the US without immediate or future sponsorship
• Good dexterity
• Positive attitude
• Solution driven
• Good work habits (organized, efficient, careful, safety-conscious, accurate)
• Attention to detail
• Sound scientific logic
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Understanding of instrumentation
• Client service focused
• Demonstration of organizational skills
• Ability to work with moderate supervision upon training completion on assigned task
• Ability to handle multitasking

Responsibilities

• Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
• Applies the highest quality standard in all areas of responsibility
• Demonstrates strong client service skills, teamwork, and collaboration
• Proactively plans and multitasks to maximize productivity
• Meets all quality and productivity metrics and demonstrates strong teamwork and collaboration
• Performs laboratory operations with good dexterity, good laboratory technique, and high degree of accuracy and precision
• Perform/Review preparations of reagents, samples, and standards according to procedures
• Document testing, observations, deviations, and results clearly and completely, and in compliance with regulatory requirements - striving to minimize errors
• Understand and perform calculations as required by test methods
• Understand and utilize computers for information access, calculations, and report preparation
• Read and understand analytical procedures (compendial and client supplied) and internal SOP's
• Use MS Windows applications such as Excel, Word, Outlook email
• Process data, generate reports, and evaluate data
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Perform laboratory maintenance and ensures good housekeeping with a neat, clean and orderly workspace
• Commitment to occasional overtime as workload requires

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree