Eurofins Genomics Americas ยท 1 week ago
Associate Scientist I
River Falls, WI
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelEurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company that provides analytical testing services to various industries. The Associate Scientist I will assist laboratory personnel with general lab duties, ensuring quality and accurate data in a timely manner.
Biotechnology
Responsibilities
Communicate effectively internally and externally
Work cooperatively
Propose and communicate process improvements for technical area
Participate in general laboratory maintenance
Ensure quality and accurate data in a timely fashion in all processes in a given area
Follow work instructions and direct sample flow for efficiency
Perform sample analysis and document results
Participate in lab and equipment maintenance
Communicate inventory needs to appropriate staff
Communicate sample/test issues to appropriate responsible manager
Identify and report any opportunities to improve efficiency, customer satisfaction, and quality
Perform their assigned tasks according to company procedures and work instructions in the most cost-effective way
May be required to sit for 8 hours; May be required to stand for 8 hours
Ensure ALL goals are met for the day and encourage others to meet their goals as well
Will perform evaluation tests according to work instructions and follow AOSA, Canada, or ISTA rules depending on testing requested
Performs tasks as defined by lab manager
Be able to drive the process and motivate individuals to get the work done
Ensure the consistent and repeatability of results in a timely fashion
Propose and communicate process improvements for planting and/or evaluation
Be able to evaluate TZ Tests (both Post Germ and straight TZ Tests)
Maintain appropriate inventory and organizing supplies
Based on years of experience, be able to guide or assist newer staff with questions
Direct newer staff in the right direction if the answer of the question is unknown
Ensure accurate and efficient execution of work instructions
Minimize the number of mistakes made throughout the workday/week
Reliable work schedule
During the months of October through March, may be requested to work (but not required) at least 45 hours per week to assist the lab manager
Qualification
Required
HS degree recommended with an aptitude for science
Attention to detail, ability to maintain focus, mental addition and subtraction, computer operation including email and LIMS
Be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines for test completion
Be self-motivated, understand priorities, willingness to learn new things
Gets along with team members, takes the initiative, and be flexible
Preferred
Certification by the Society of Commercial Seed Technologists is recommended
Benefits
Comprehensive medical coverage
Dental
Vision options
Life and disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation and holidays
Company
Eurofins Genomics Americas
Eurofins Genomics provides the fastest high-quality products and services in the genomics industry.
Founded in 1987
10001+ employees
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