Sample Operations Support Technician

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services•Columbia, MO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company providing a unique range of analytical testing services. The Operations Support Technician will use appropriate software applications to track receipt, storage, use, expiration, disposal, return, and/or archiving of test materials. This role involves receiving, creating IDs, logging-in, and storing materials upon receipt, as well as moving or transferring materials between departments. The technician will check materials in and out as requested by study personnel, maintain proper paperwork, and handle the return, disposal, or archiving of materials at study finalization. A key part of the role is to notify the supervisor of any issues with sample condition, labeling, or other problems. The technician must ensure adherence to all current SOPs, Good Laboratory Practices, Current Good Manufacturing Processes (CGMP), and relevant regulations (USDA, DOT, EPA, MDNR, OSHA, FDA, etc.) for quarantined matrices, genetically altered crops, and all materials/samples. Accurate and legible documentation is essential. Routine tasks include calibration of balances and assisting in unloading trucks and storing materials. Depending on the area of assignment, responsibilities may extend to performing routine homogenization on radioactive and non-radioactive matrices, total radioactive residue analyses, regular culturing tasks, and assisting with dilution equipment and preparation. The role also involves handling regulated materials (quarantined matrices, DEA-controlled, and radiolabeled materials), potential biohazard materials, and toxic chemicals according to company procedures. Other related duties as required and directed will also be performed.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
College lab classes or familiarity with lab environment preferred.
Depending on area of assignment, previous farm/gardening background/experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Uses appropriate software applications to track receipt, storage, use, expiration, disposal, return, and/or archiving of test materials.
Receives, creates IDs, logs-in, and stores materials upon receipt.
Moves or transfers materials from one department to another.
Checks materials in and out as requested by study personnel.
Maintains proper paperwork.
Returns, disposes, or archives materials at study finalization.
Notifies supervisor of any issues with condition of the samples, labeling, or other problems.
Ensures all current SOPs, Good Laboratory Practices, Current Good Manufacturing Processes (CGMP), and/or relevant regulations (USDA, DOT, EPA, MDNR, OSHA, FDA, etc.) for quarantined matrices; genetically altered crops, and all materials/samples are followed.
Maintains accurate and legible required documentation.
Performs routine tasks for calibration of balances.
Assists in unloading trucks and storing materials appropriately.
Depending on area of assignment, performs routine homogenization on radioactive and non-radioactive matrices using various equipment including but not limited to the hammermill, Robot Coupes, miter saw, Straub Grinding Mill, etc.
Depending on area of assignment, may perform total radioactive residue analyses.
Depending on area of assignment, may perform regular culturing tasks such as feeding organisms, recording keeping, and cleaning.
Depending on area of assignment, may maintain, monitor, and otherwise assist with dilution equipment and preparation.
Depending on area of assignment, handles regulated materials (quarantined matrices, DEA-controlled, and radiolabeled materials, etc.), potential biohazard materials, and toxic chemicals according to company procedures.
Performs other related duties as required and directed.