Bacteriology Analyst

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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 laboratories work 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 dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies. Job Description Eurofins J3 Resources, Inc is looking for a Bacteriology Analyst to join our Pasadena, TX site! The Bacteriology Analyst prepares and analyzes environmental samples according to scientific methodology and validates/reviews data for accuracy. All collected data will be uploaded into the LIMS that ultimately generates required reports to clients. This position will also oversee scheduling sample workload according to due dates and sample hold times and must be knowledgeable of the job-specific laboratory testing equipment, requiring the exercise of discretion and judgment in its operation. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Prepare and analyze environmental samples Accurately enters and reports analytical data using the LIMS Performs independent data reviews for other analysts' work Performs analysis of reference materials, proficiency samples and other quality control samples as needed Maintains client service and provides technical support as needed Assists the Quality Assurance (QA) manager in development, implementation and data collection of QA processes for the different analytical tests Performs confirmation of lab results as needed by client services personnel Performs and completes all analytical testing QA related tasks as needed Assists in pursuing, receiving and maintaining necessary laboratory accreditation Maintains and updates all necessary Training and QA documents onsite as necessary Co-ordinates and manages projects according to their rush status and due time for timely delivery Assists co-workers on analytical questions, as necessary Participates in Lean initiatives and projects when called upon Follows company policies and procedures Manages and maintains the inventory of re-sale supply items and laboratory consumables and takes necessary steps to re-order supplies as needed Manages and disposes analyzed samples as needed Trains new mycology or bacteriology or asbestos or other analytical testing Analysts as needed Establishes and maintains laboratory stock culture and reference samples Performs root cause analysis and determines and implements corrective actions for errors and issues as necessary Maintains all equipment properly and co-ordinates servicing of all equipment used in the laboratory, as needed Supports other departments within the lab (mycology, asbestos, bacteriology, and other) when appropriate and as needed Qualifications BS or BA in a closely related science Experience: 1-2 years work laboratory experience Environmental methodologies General regulatory requirements Analytical laboratory techniques Laboratory QA requirements Knowledge of computers, spreadsheets, and databases Additional Information Candidates within the commutabel distance of Pasadena, TX are eligible to apply. This role will be a full time role, first shift (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) Monday - Friday. This is an hourly role ranging from $18-22 an hour depending on experience. This is a full time opportunity that offers benefits, PTO and company matching 401K plan. 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 section, and geographic location 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: Eurofins Environment Testing Businesses in the US are routinely engaged in Federal Contracts. Federal Government vaccination mandates may apply to staff working in these businesses. Successful applicants may be required to confirm vaccination status or demonstrate eligibility for medical or religious exemptions prior to commencing employment. In addition, certain positions require travel for which vaccination is required in accordance with Eurofins policy. Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

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