Laboratory Assistant

Eurofins•Lenexa, KS

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company providing a unique range of analytical testing services. The company aims to make life and the environment safer, healthier, and more sustainable. Eurofins laboratories work with major companies to ensure product safety, ingredient authenticity, and accurate labeling. The Eurofins network is a global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic product testing, as well as agroscience Contract Research Organization services. It also holds a significant market position in genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences, and clinical study support, with a growing presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations and specialized clinical diagnostics. Eurofins has expanded from one laboratory to 900 laboratories in over 54 countries, employing 58,000 staff and offering over 200,000 analytical methods. In 2024, Eurofins generated EUR €6,515 billion in revenue and has shown strong stock performance over the past two decades.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum 2 years of clinical laboratory experience.
Minimum 1 year data entry experience preferred.
Must be comfortable with raw specimen handling.
Ability to read, interpret, and comply with documents such as internal SOPs, operating and maintenance instructions, and company policies.
Position may require evening and weekend hours.
Intermediate level of proficiency with PC based software programs, with database skills.
Demonstrated leadership abilities.
Advanced problem solving skills.
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Minimum 1 year data entry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Performing duties related to accessioning, specimen management, problem resolution, data entry, and specimen storage with a high degree of proficiency.
Receive incoming shipments and document appropriately.
Examine samples for accuracy and other requirements (sample type, volume, etc.).
Contact client to resolve sample and/or testing related issues or discrepancies.
Complete correction requests as needed.
Operation of the front end processing automation equipment as assigned by management.
Perform data entry into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
Label samples and deliver them to proper area(s).
Retrieve and re-file samples for testing.
Properly store specimens for short term and long term storage.
Prepare specimens to be shipped and adhere to all applicable shipping requirements.
Aid laboratory personnel in cleaning duties.
Maintain quality control and quality assurance records as required.
Adhere to all quality and safety standards, as well as ensuring compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies.
Adhere to policies and protocols in the lab.
Work closely and communicate with other lab associates to complete daily activities efficiently.
Other duties as assigned by management.
Manage issues and projects; resolve escalated issues as appropriate.
Demonstrate superior understanding of Laboratory operations.
Demonstrate leadership skills through the supervision, coaching and mentoring of others as required.
Ensure department adheres to policies and procedures.
Manage and direct other Associates as required.
Manage daily workload as required.
Assist Management in providing overall direction of workflow for Lab Assistants and Support Services as needed.
Ensure applicable SOPs are being utilized and followed appropriately.
Help with weekly scheduling of staff.
Serve as the primary trainer for new Lab Assistants or re-training of existing Lab Assistants.
Accurately answer questions when Supervisor is unavailable.
Interact with other departments as necessary and develop relationships with other Lab Leadership and Management as it relates to work processes and work flow.
Communicate concerns/needs as necessary to Supervisor.
Aid Supervisor with areas of improvement in workflow or organization, etc.