Job Description

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 WORKS WITH THE BIGGEST COMPANIES IN THE WORLD TO ENSURE THE PRODUCTS THEY SUPPLY ARE SAFE, THEIR INGREDIENTS ARE AUTHENTIC AND LABELLING IS ACCURATE. EUROFINS BELIEVES IT IS A GLOBAL LEADER IN FOOD, ENVIRONMENTAL, PHARMACEUTICAL AND COSMETICS PRODUCTS TESTING AND IN AGROSCIENCE CRO SERVICES. IT IS ALSO ONE OF THE GLOBAL INDEPENDENT MARKET LEADERS IN CERTAIN TESTING AND LABORATORY SERVICES FOR GENOMICS, DISCOVERY PHARMACOLOGY, FORENSICS, CDMO, ADVANCED MATERIAL SCIENCES AND IN THE SUPPORT OF CLINICAL STUDIES.

IN OVER JUST 30 YEARS, EUROFINS HAS GROWN FROM ONE LABORATORY IN NANTES, FRANCE TO OVER 47,000 STAFF ACROSS A NETWORK OF MORE THAN 900 INDEPENDENT COMPANIES IN OVER 50 COUNTRIES AND OPERATING MORE THAN 800 LABORATORIES. EUROFINS OFFERS A PORTFOLIO OF OVER 200,000 ANALYTICAL METHODS TO EVALUATE THE SAFETY, IDENTITY, COMPOSITION, AUTHENTICITY, ORIGIN, TRACEABILITY AND PURITY OF BIOLOGICAL SUBSTANCES AND PRODUCTS, AS WELL AS PROVIDING INNOVATIVE CLINICAL DIAGNOSTIC TESTING SERVICES, AS ONE OF THE LEADING GLOBAL EMERGING PLAYERS IN SPECIALISED CLINICAL DIAGNOSTICS TESTING.

IN 2019, EUROFINS GENERATED TOTAL REVENUES OF EUR € 4.56 BILLION, AND HAS BEEN AMONG THE BEST PERFORMING STOCKS IN EUROPE OVER THE PAST 20 YEARS.

Job Description This position is responsible for the analysis and reengineering of business processes, studying the procedures and systems currently in place, designing computer systems and/or changes to existing applications to meet the organization's requirements. Researches emerging technologies for new solutions and uses techniques such as data modeling, elicits and documents user requirements and manages them through the entire requirements lifecycle, including the installation and configuration of such requirements, run tests to ensure that systems meet specifications, write user manuals, release notes, and other documentation, and train users on the processes and functionalities.

• Earn in-depth knowledge of Eurofins DiscoverX business processes to help the organization achieve the defined business goals and recommend solutions that are aligned with the strategical and tactical objectives;
• Analyze the existing processes, current systems and highlight areas of improvement;
• Define to-be processes in the scope of existing and new solutions;
• Perform gap analysis and recommend solutions;
• Elicit and document process diagrams and user requirements;
• Analyze and decompose complex requirements;
• Enhance opportunities by identifying new processes / functions to be configured / developed / implemented;
• Oversee the delivery of the business needs as per the requirements;
• Facilitate change and configuration management;
• Verify the functionality of the end product according to the requirements specifications;
• Take ownership of the processes implemented in the systems involved and: prepare business standard operating procedures, user manuals, release notes, and other functional and technical documentation;
• Perform training to the users about processes and the systems involved in supporting such processes;
• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision;
• Regular attendance and punctuality;
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner;
• Performs other duties as assigned;
• Owns the accountability and responsibility of delivering to client needs and timeliness;
• Provides cross-functional support to other departments as required;
• Adjusts work hours as needed to meet client deadlines;
• Adheres to site environmental health and safety (EHS) requirements.

Qualifications THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WOULD POSSESS:

• Good business understanding in order to facilitate discussions from top managers to end users.
• Experience in a contract research organization
• Experience in processes, organization and communication with multiple departments and levels within an organization
• Experience with establishing and implementing best business practices
• 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.
• Above average oral and written communication skills.
• Details oriented, analytical and investigation skills.
• Ability to work in a complex international environment.
• Eager to learn and continuously develop personal, functional and technical capabilities.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude, capacity for team environment, and exhibits a genuine interest in drug discovery in support of advancing human health.

BASIC MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• M.Sc., B.Sc or equivalent in Information Technology or comparable field (Applied Math, Engineering etc…).
• M.Sc., B.Sc or equivalent in Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry.
• At least 6 to 8 years in an IT environment preferably in an industrial or process driven environment and ideally in the laboratory industry.
• At least 3 years as a Technical Writer in an IT environment.
• LIMS, ELN, ERP and office computer/software proficiency.
• Successful completion of the company’s safety program is required.
• Travels to other Eurofins facilities is required. Percentage of working time of approximately up to 30%.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information Position is full-time, Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm. 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.