Laboratory Technologist

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.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. It 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 Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralized and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer 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 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

Eurofins Donor & Product Testing is looking for a clinical laboratory technologist to assist with providing comprehensive laboratory services to meet the unique testing needs of the transplant community. Our clinical labs preform microbiology testing to determine microbial cleanliness, infectious disease and donor eligibility testing, as well Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) testing to successfully match organ transplant recipients with compatible donors. If you are looking for a fun exciting opportunity with the ability to make a positive impact in the lives of donors and transplant recipients look no further!

Laboratory Technologist responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:  

• Following prescribed procedures, performing any of the tests within any of the laboratory specialties.  Calculating the results of the tests performed in necessary
• Operating, calibrating, conducting performance checks, and maintaining any laboratory analyzers or equipment
• Recognizing and correcting basic analyzer malfunctions.  Notifying management personnel when appropriate
• Preparing reagents or media from a prescribed procedure
• Evaluating media, reagents, and calibrators according to established criteria
• Conducting established quality control procedures on analytical tests, equipment, reagents, media, and products.  Evaluating results of quality control and implements corrective action when indicated.
• Review and follow Standard Operating Procedures
• Supports DPT Eurofins business philosophy, leadership values, and ethics
• Meets basic expectations of VRL’s quality management system, including, but not limited to good workmanship, adherence to standard operational procedures, training, good documentation practices, accurate recordkeeping so the company may meet its stated quality policy and objectives.

Qualifications

The Ideal Candidate would possess:

• Knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, equipment, and techniques of medical technology
• Knowledge of the principles of chemistry, biology, and bacteriology as related to medical technology
• Some knowledge of recent developments in the field of medical technology
• Ability to perform assigned tasks according to prescribed procedures and to make accurate observations and records of tests results
• Skill in the use of medical laboratory equipment.
• Strong organizational and planning skills as well as strong attention to detail.
• Strong and effective written and oral communication skills, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite software programs including accurate keyboarding skills
• Internal & External Customer-Centric Skills

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution
• Clinical laboratory experience preferred
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

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