Job Description

Eurofins Environment Testing Northwest is searching for a Laboratory Technician to assist in our Culturing Department. This department supports the maintenance and care of aquatic species, specifically Ameriamysis bahia (mysid shrimp), Menidia beryllina (inland silverside), and fathead minnows (Pimephales promelas), in a controlled laboratory environment.

The Laboratory Technician I, using general laboratory methods, techniques, equipment, and instrumentation in compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing’s Quality Assurance programs and SOP’s, supports laboratory operations through general maintenance of laboratory and supply storage areas, equipment, instruments, and supplies.

Laboratory Technician I responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Retrieves samples from Sample Control for analysis.
• Performs sample preparation which may include, but is not limited to, a combination of the following methods:

1. Aliquot samples
2. Spike and trace samples
3. Prepare reagents
4. Bottle samples
5. Prepare concentrations
6. Separation

• Resolves discrepancies and anomalies to ensure samples are properly labeled.
• Prepares general laboratory paperwork such as recording analysis results, tracking samples, bench sheets, and laboratory logbooks.
• Washes laboratory glassware to prepare for next day’s samples.
• Stocks laboratory supplies.
• Cleans work area(s) to maintain a safe working environment.
• Assists other laboratory areas as needed.

Qualifications

• high school diploma required
• Degree in Marine Biology, Wildlife Biology , or equivalent preferred, but not required
• Aquarium Experience preferred.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time, lift up to 25lbs
• Must be available for overtime and weekends when required.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English.

Additonal preferred experience:

• Basic knowledge of aquatic biology and ecology
• Experience with water quality testing (pH, salinity, temperature, ammonia, DO)
• Proficiency in maintaining and calibrating aquarium equipment (filters, pumps, heaters)
• Prior familiarity with fish and aquariums is ideal
• Understanding of feeding protocols and nutritional requirements for these species
• Ability to monitor and record fish and shrimp health, behavior, and growth
• Skill in maintaining clean and sterile environments to prevent contamination
• Knowledge of breeding and larval rearing techniques for aquatic species

Additional Information

This is a full-time position Sunday through Thursday 9 am to 5 pm with possible overtime and weekend as needed.

Compensation: $17 - $20 / hour .

Candidates within a commutable distance to Carrollton, TX are encouraged to apply.

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.

To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website www.eurofinsus.com

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/

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