Project Microbiologist
Company Description
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environment and pharmaceutical 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, advanced material sciences and for supporting clinical studies. In addition, Eurofins is one of the key emerging players in specialty clinical diagnostic testing in Europe and the USA.
In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 50,000 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 specialized clinical diagnostics testing.
Job Description
- Designs basic to medium complexity research studies, prepares quotes, study protocols, preliminary results, and final reports for studies under the oversight of a Research Microbiologist or higher position
- Provides administrative and scientific support for research studies, including pre-study tasks (i.e., quote, protocol, method development), coordination with laboratory team regarding supplies and shipments to/from clients, and interaction with clients and laboratory personnel
- Provides support to the Advanced Food Microbiology laboratory team at the benchtop as needed
- Reviews and approves data generated by the Advanced Food Microbiology laboratory
- Independently communicates with clients about study results, including interpretation
- Discusses technical problems or scope changes with the Research Microbiologist or higher position and suggests solutions and actions to resolve problems.
- Ensures that projects are conducted to meet Division quality standards
- Maintains project, laboratory, and experimental records
- Maintains a safe and clean laboratory environment
- Identifies opportunities for process improvement and assists in their resolution
- Assists or co-hosts client visits and writes up debriefing notes
- Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- B.S. degree in Microbiology, Food Science, or related field
- Minimum 2 years of experience in Microbiology
- Experience in data interpretation and report writing.
- Laboratory experience in microbiology laboratory environment.
- Experience in method development and problem-solving.
- 15-25% Travel Requirement (International & Domestic)
- May work with potentially hazardous substances
- Work requires the use of PPE (personal protective equipment)
- Work requires some standing and sitting for long periods of time
- Work may require lifting weights of up to 40 lbs.
- Overtime, weekend, and holiday work as required
- May include second shift wok
- Will be exposed to potential food allergens
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Additional Information
Position is Full-Time, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., with additional hours, as needed. Candidates currently living in a commutable distance to Fresno, CA are encouraged to apply.
What we Offer:
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
Pay Range: $28-34 per hour
Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.