Laboratory Technician - Contract Position

Eurofins•Richmond, VA

2h•Onsite

About The Position

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The company aims to make life and our 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 Organisation services. It also holds market leadership in specific testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences, and clinical study support, with an emerging presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. Additionally, it is rapidly expanding in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products. Eurofins has grown significantly from its origins, now operating with 58,000 staff across a decentralized network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. The company offers over 200,000 analytical methods to assess the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability, and purity of biological substances and products. In 2021, Eurofins achieved revenues of EUR 6.72 billion and has shown strong stock performance over the past two decades.

Requirements

Relevant laboratory experience preferred
Experience using balances, shakers, and basic laboratory instrumentation.
Experience using physicals testing equipment and smoke/aerosol machines is preferred.
Degree in chemistry or related scientific discipline preferred
Experience working within an established quality system (i.e. ISO 17025) preferred
Understanding of production laboratory operations
Strong work ethic, detailed-oriented, with strong analytical and organizational skills.
Strong written, verbal and presentation skills along with demonstrated ability to collaborate with others.
Strong computer, client service, scientific, and organizational skills
Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Responsibilities

Carry out sample preparation by operating a cigarette smoking and/or aerosolization machine; collect particulate matter on pads or impingers, and prepare samples for downstream chemical analysis.
Perform routine instrument maintenance and cleaning.
Carry out laboratory tests such as pH, water activity, weight, moisture, and physicals-testing methods.
Perform routine instrument, balance, and machine maintenance.
Carry out additional sample preparation duties such as weighing, digesting, shaking, and dissolving samples in preparation for downstream analytical testing, as assigned.
Perform daily laboratory duties to include sample preparation, performing analysis, calculating data, recording/reporting data, performing general housekeeping in alignment with 5S standards, and performing other duties as assigned.
Review data, data notebooks, and logbooks to ensure highest quality.
Meet all quality and productivity metrics.
Apply the highest quality standard in all areas of responsibility; maintain ISO 17025 quality standards and accreditation for the laboratory.
Learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow WIs and SOPs as written, and perform other duties as assigned.
Demonstrate strong client service skills.
Proactively plan and maximize productivity.
Demonstrate strong teamwork and collaboration.
Implement operational improvements.
Support and promote company policies and procedures.