Clinical Scientist

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 is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. 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. 

In 2020, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 5.4 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

• Laboratory housekeeping duties (ordering, buffer preparation, record keeping  etc.)
• Data entry, verification and handling, record keeping, in accordance with scientific protocol and applicable Standard Operating Procedures
• Viral and bacteriological pathogen propagation using various methods including cell culture and purification of pathogens from animal materials
• Employ viral and bacterial methodologies, including ELISA, nucleic acid extraction, PCR, fluorescent cell staining, virus isolation, viral cloning, and Western blot 
• Willingness to work with avian embryos and live animals is required.
• Work environment: The person filling this position will work in a BSL-2 laboratory and a vivarium.  There may be exposure to animal pathogens, chemicals, and biological hazardous materials.  There may be handling of, and/or exposure to, zoonotic organisms and infected animals.
• Work will be conducted in both lab, office, and vivarium facilities
•  Lifting:  May include occasional lifting up to 40 pounds

Qualifications

The ideal candidate would possess :

• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
•  Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
• Experience with livestock or lab animals also a plus
• Ability to develop and maintain effective, trusting work and customer relationships

Basic Minimum Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or other related degree concentration, or equivalent directly-related experience (two years of directly related industry experience is equivalent to one full-time year of college in related major)
• Good oral and written communication skills required
• Computer skills required:  Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
• Minimum 1 year microbiology laboratory experience and proven skills in cell culturing techniques
• Bench experience in basic molecular biology, cell culture and viral propagation
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information

Position is Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Candidates currently living in a commutable distance to Kalamazoo, MI 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

Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services® (PSS) is a global, award-winning insourcing solution that places our people at our clients’ site dedicated to running and managing laboratory services while eliminating headcount, co-employment and project-management worries.

We infuse our 55-year track record of scientific and laboratory operations expertise, as well as HR and great place to work best practices, to recruit, hire, train and manage highly qualified scientists to perform laboratory services using our client’s quality systems and equipment.

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

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.