Job Description

BECOME YOUR MOST EXTRAORDINARY SELF!  OUR TEAM IS INTENSELY PROUD TO BE A MAJOR PROVIDER OF SERVICES AND PRODUCTS TO THE DRUG DISCOVERY RESEARCH INDUSTRY.  JOIN EUROFINS BEACON DISCOVERY PART OF THE EUROFINS DISCOVERY ™ GROUP OF COMPANIES SERVING GLOBAL CLIENTS IN THE PHARMA AND BIOTECH INDUSTRIES.  WORK ALONGSIDE INDUSTRY EXPERTS AND COLLABORATE WITH TEAM MEMBERS TO DIRECTLY AND POSITIVELY IMPACT HUMAN HEALTH WORLDWIDE!

WE HAVE A PHILOSOPHY TO SUPPORT WORK LIFE BALANCE, CAREER PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES AND OFFER MANY BENEFITS SUCH AS FORMAL MENTORING PROGRAMS, TUITION REIMBURSEMENT, EXTENSIVE CAREER TRAINING PROGRAMS, COMPETITIVE HEALTH BENEFITS, PAID TIME OFF AND 10 ANNUAL PAID HOLIDAYS*.  

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION - The Intern Program provides opportunities for undergraduate and recent graduates in scientific fields of study to explore career opportunities with Eurofins Beacon Discovery, Inc. Students will have an opportunity to contribute to our research organization in site laboratories under the mentorship of experienced scientific teams. The program will provide access to a range of equipment, methodology and technology relevant to current pharmaceutical drug development and advancing human health. The program will offer specific project goals in one of several functional lines supported at our site: In vitro Screening Services, High Throughput Screening and data analysis.

SKILLS AVAILABLE FOR ACQUISITION IN THE PROGRAM- General Lab Support, Mammalian Cell Culture, Liquid Handling Robotics, Analytical Method Development, Lab Documentation and Data Management, The intern will be an active member of a cross-functional team and will be exposed to applicable organization (CRO) functions that span a broad range of applications within and supporting the laboratory, such as reagent management, compound management, and data reporting.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE / SKILLS

• Completion of two years’ collegiate coursework with major identified in scientific field
• Completion of at least 24 hours coursework in Biology, Biochemistry, or Chemistry field
• Experience in academic laboratory and knowledge of safe laboratory practices
• Experience with MS Office Applications
• Good Organization and Communication Skills

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
• Understands and complies with requirements for work performed
• 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

Qualifications

DESIRED EXPERIENCE / SKILLS

• Completion of two years’ collegiate coursework with major identified in scientific field
• Completion of at least 24 hours coursework in Biology, Biochemistry, or Chemistry field
• Experience in academic laboratory and knowledge of safe laboratory practices
• Experience with MS Office Applications
• Good Organization and Communication Skills

Additional Information

Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of San Diego, CA are encouraged to apply.

• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

EUROFINS IS A M/F, DISABLED, AND VETERAN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.