Parasitology 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 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 Organisation 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 Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised 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 decentralised 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

• The primary focus of this role is working with ectoparasites (insects.)
• Follow and comply with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) associated with laboratory procedures and study protocols.
• Perform study related activities including record keeping, data acquisition and analysis, sample handling and preparation, clinical observations, dosing, animal handling and necropsy.
• Utilize sterile cell culture techniques, whole blood work and/or cell culture work.
• Assay development, optimization, and/or validation.
• Molecular biology experience, including DNA/RNA isolation, protein extraction, PCR and primer design
• Demonstrate proficiency with laboratory techniques and data management including computer skills.
• Communicate with and assist technicians, and other mid-senior level scientists. 
• Work with all species within the parasitology group to include large and small animals and various internal (worms) and external (fleas ticks and mosquitoes) animal parasites.
• Work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, fast-paced, timeline driven and a positive attitude and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, 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).

• At least one-year laboratory experience.

• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Additional Information

1 weekend per month will be required - only 1-2 hours each. 

Position is full-time, first shift, Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM with variation and overtime as needed (see weekend schedule above). 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 is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.