Job Description
Position Summary: Eurofins Discovery provides lab research services for pharmaceutical and biotech organizations in a wide range of therapeutic areas to promote novel therapies for patients in need. This role will conduct industry leading cell-based and analytical assays in a laboratory setting with automated and classical methods.
Qualifications
Basic Minimum Qualifications (BMQ):
• Work experience in laboratory setting
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
Education/Experience (BMQ):
• Associate Degree with 6 months of relevant experience
• B.A. or B.S.
Degree Additional preferences:
• Experience in basic laboratory techniques
• Experience in a contract research organization
• Experience with cell-based assays
Ability and/or Skills (BMQ):
• Ability to read, write, and interpret documents, such as standard operating procedures and technical reports
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations, statistical analyses, and data interpretation
• Ability to multitask with organization and manage time effectively
• Ability to solve practical problems and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work in a laboratory setting, according to the physical requirements of a laboratory role
• Lab equipment and office computer/software proficiency
• Above average oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrates a positive attitude, capacity for team environment, and exhibits a genuine interest in drug discovery in support of advancing human health
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Performs work in a laboratory setting, meeting the physical job requirements of a lab role • Prepares and manages inventory of buffers, reagents, media, semi-finished and finished goods
• Maintains cell culture in a BSL2 laboratory, and adheres to cleanroom guidelines and aseptic technique, according to protocol
• Conducts production assays in ADMET, BioMAP®, Ion Channel, Biomarker, OncoPanel™ Services, and manufacturing, lot release assays and inventory management for Cell Products
• Understands and complies with requirements for work performed at a GxP site
• Completes required training and supports 100% of Employee Health and Safety requirements
• Demonstrates proficiency with, care and maintenance of lab equipment and department assets
• Conducts responsible use of confidential IT and business systems, as required
• Adheres to department SOPs and documentation requirements, maintains accurate data management and reporting
• Supports unit goals and demonstrates Eurofins’ competencies, as defined in the job plan • Provides training to colleagues and external end users, when required
• Contributes to scientific community, and site research and development objectives
• Works effectively in a team environment, under minimum direction, to achieve business production, project timelines, and quality objectives
• Adjusts work hours and provides cross-functional support to other departments, as required, and maintains accountability in delivering to client needs/timelines
• Routinely communicates project updates to internal and external clients
• Performs other duties, as assigned
Additional Information
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY US employer. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time
Eurofins Viracor BioPharma Services are committed to promoting an equal employment opportunity workplace environment and is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Company that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy, genetic information (GINA), disability, military and/or veteran status, and/or any other status protected by applicable Federal, state, or local law. The Company’s policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer all employment-related matters on the basis of an individual's qualifications, abilities and efforts without regard to protected status.
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