Entry Level Microbiology Data Review

Eurofins USA Medical Devices•Lancaster, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This entry-level role focuses on reviewing microbiology testing experiments, laboratory data, and reports. The position is not a data science role. The employee completes required training and works with an experienced analyst or mentor on analyses of bio/pharmaceutical ingredients and products. Duties include preparing or reviewing standards and samples, operating laboratory equipment independently or with guidance, processing data, generating reports, and ensuring data accuracy, clarity, and compliance with GMP and/or GLP requirements. A technical understanding of microbiology is required. The role performs laboratory operations and testing while meeting quality, productivity, client-service, and safety expectations. The employee documents testing, observations, deviations, and results; follows analytical procedures and internal SOPs; performs required calculations; maintains an orderly workspace; and communicates effectively with colleagues and clients. Occasional overtime may be required as workload demands.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, or a related degree concentration.
Technical understanding of microbiology.
No previous laboratory experience is required.
Ability to work in the United States without immediate or future sponsorship.
Good dexterity, a positive attitude, and a solution-driven approach.
Organized, efficient, careful, safety-conscious, and accurate work habits.
Attention to detail and sound scientific logic.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Understanding of instrumentation.
Client-service focus and organizational skills.
Ability to work with moderate supervision after training on assigned tasks.
Ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

Complete required training in a timely and thorough manner.
Work with an experienced analyst or mentor to perform tasks and analyses involving bio/pharmaceutical ingredients and products.
Prepare or review reagents, samples, and standards according to procedures.
Run laboratory equipment or instrumentation independently or with guidance.
Review departmental testing experiments, laboratory data, and reports for accuracy, clarity, and compliance with GMP and/or GLP requirements.
Document testing, observations, deviations, and results clearly, completely, and in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Perform calculations required by test methods and understand analytical procedures and internal SOPs.
Process data, generate reports, and evaluate data.
Use computers and MS Windows applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook, for information access, calculations, and report preparation.
Perform laboratory operations with good technique, accuracy, and precision while meeting quality and productivity metrics.
Maintain laboratory equipment and a neat, clean, and orderly workspace.
Demonstrate client service, teamwork, collaboration, and effective oral and written communication.
Work occasional overtime as workload requires.