Job Description

Eurofins Environment Testing is looking to hire a full time Microbiologist for our Middleboro, MA location. This candidate will work with Laboratory Manager to plan, direct and control the workflow in the specific area of responsibility and to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of productivity of the Microbiology laboratory. Under general supervision, performs sample handling in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations for environmental laboratories. Participates in documenting and performing tasks necessary to maintain the integrity of samples and support the analytical data.

This is Full tie Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Overtime as needed. Occasional Saturday.

Compensation is $18-22/hour (DOE)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate in the Microbiological Division of Analytical Balance.
• Run requested analysis on samples submitted to the laboratory.
• Document results for analysis on bench sheets.
• Perform routine laboratory tasks including but not limited to: media preparation, wash glassware and maintain retained samples.
• Maintain certifications of the laboratory with RI and MA certification boards
• Research and Develop new methods of analysis in order to improve the capabilities of the laboratory
• Assist with training new staff in new methodologies
• Maintain Quality Control and Quality Assurance Program for Analytical Balance’s Microbiology Laboratory
• Maintain stock and other consumables in the laboratory.
• Work with staff of Analytical Balance and other departments in to increase productivity of laboratory and company
• Revise Standard Operating Procedures as requested

Qualifications

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in a science related field or 2 years of professional experience preferred.
• Willing to train applicants.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and manage employees
• Knowledge of database programs, and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to work with chemical and solvents that may emit unpleasant odors and unappealing test samples.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, work effectively with high volumes, meet short deadlines, and give direction
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Strong in aseptic technique, pipetting
• Ability to practice discretion and good judgment and maintain confidentiality

PHYSICAL DEMANDS • Standing • Precision type work • Clarity of vision at both over 20 feet and under 20 inches • Lifting under 50 lbs. • Typing/ Computer Input • Bending • Reaching/Pulling/Pushing Occasional: • Lifting over 50lbs • Climbing stairs • Sedentary work and repetitive work

Additional Information

** We do not offer Visa Sponsorship for this role.**

Please note - Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes, the actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and skill set, base salary of internal peers, business sector, and geographic location.

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work. We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options.

We support your development! Do you feel you don’t match 100% of the requirements? Don’t hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development.

We embrace diversity! Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins companies unique.

** Sustainability matters to us!** We are well on our way to achieving our objective of carbon neutrality by 2025, through a combination of emission reduction and compensation initiatives. We encourage our laboratory leaders to make sustainable changes at their local level, and in addition to their initiatives we also count on our dedicated carbon reduction team to help us to achieve this goal!

Find out more in our career page:https://careers.eurofins.com/

Company description: Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and Eurofins Scientific 2/2 March 2023 agroscience contract research services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 61,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of ca. 900 laboratories in 61 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2022, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.7 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

Eurofins USA Environment Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Eurofins USA Environment Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.