Associate Scientist

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. 

• Executes plan/schedule developed by supervisor
• Completes specified activities aligned with the individual goals. Proactive to address work issues at the individual level. Understands personal role in job performance metrices per job plan.
• Focus in on meeting needs of Sponsors, in the context of outputs to the next stage of workflow, and customer expectations
• Understands extra effort sometimes required to meet group deadlines. Commitment to occasional overtime as workload requires.
• Follows established procedures to complete routine testing; may develop solution for basic technical problems.
• Understand and perform calculations as required by test methods and/or protocols
• Understand and utilize computers for information access, calculations and report preparation.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Writes clear, concise technical conclusions in laboratory notebooks. Informs supervisor and interacts with peers in a clear, timely and professional manner.
• Focus in on personal learning and skill development. Identifies improvement opportunities in laboratory operations in which they have demonstrated proficiency. Independently seek out work.
• Take personal responsibility to be honest and direct. Assures compliance and integrity of laboratory work, and meets personal commitments. Supports Eurofins' values  (Eurofins Quality Mannual)
• Support LEAN initiatives.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree or Associates degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology or closely related physical science from a four-year college/university or equivalent education and training 
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship   

• Additional information

  Position is full time, Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of San Diego, CA are encouraged to apply.

  The pay rate of this position is $27.5/h.

• 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