Laboratory Analyst III

Company: Eurofins USA
Location: Des Moines
Posted on: January 12, 2021

Job 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* Understand and follow Quality System documents relevant to responsibilities, e.g., Quality Manual, SOPs, and Methods.* Adhere to appropriate quality measures to meet or exceed the standards set by ISO/IEC 17025, government regulatory (cGMP, GLP), and company requirements relevant to assigned duties.* Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental regulations relative to assigned analytical work; maintain and assist others in maintaining a clean, safe work environment.* Schedule and set up batches of samples for testing. As a Subject Matter Expert (SME) must have knowledge of and training to perform work functionability across entire Value Strem of lab facility.* Perform timely and accurate analysis of samples to meet customer commitments, including but not limited to, preparing samples for analysis, using appropriate analysis methods and techniques, and applying appropriate data reduction.* Demonstrate proficiency in the core tests in the departments, and/or across various sections.* Maintain a neat and accurate record system; keep accurate records of work performed on a daily basis and as needed for quality control tests or regulatory purposes; record test data and results for samples in logbook, record book or BookMaster and enter the data or results into eLIMS either manually or through automatic export in a timely and accurate manner.* Operate, troubleshoot, clean, and maintain sophisticated instruments, such as gas chromatograph (GC) and high performance liquid chromatograph (HPLC), with minimal supervision, along with other departmental equipment as needed. * Identify from samples assayed the need for rechecks. Perform out-of-spec (OOS) investigations and non-conformance investigations.* Maintain clean glassware and prepare solutions for use in the daily testing of assigned samples.* Identify method/matrix/analytical difficulties and report these together with proposed solutions to Technical Managers, Supervisors, Group Leader, and/or Director of Operations.* Mentor and train Lab Tech I and Lab Tech II.* Recommend more accurate or efficient laboratory equipment or procedures through LEAN initiative engaement and involvement.* Assist Group Leader, Supervisors and Technical Managers production and project management to exceed client expectation deadlines.* Self-motivated and self-starter that is able to see work that needs to be done in timely, safe manner with the upmost quality standards in mind.* Ensure that proprietary methodologies are not disclosed to non-employees except as approved in writing by the laboratory management or appointed designate.* Maintain a perpetual state of readiness and willingness to respond to the queries and needs of clients, staff, and co-workers.* Remain current on technical, industry, and business advancements and trends as suggested by Technical Manager and supervisor.* Maintain cooperative working relationships with all company employees. Communicate orally and in writing to co-workers. This includes "intra" and "inter" departmental employees.* Promote the company image through the exercising of sound and ethical business practices as related to the public and our customers.* Perform other related duties as assigned.QualificationsThe Ideal Candidate would possess: * Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills.* Excellent communication skills. * Responsive, independent problem solver and action orientedBasic Minimum Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in science field with 2-4 years of experience.* Basic understanding of cGMP, GLP, and ISO 17025 guidelines.* Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorshipAdditional InformationPosition is full-time, 10hr/4days Friday 10:30pm - Tuesday 9:30am.--Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Des Moines, IA 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 holidaysEurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

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