Environmental Monitoring Associate

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.

We have an exciting opportunity to support our client in Environmental Monitoring.  The Associate Scientist will be responsible for performing aseptic sampling of viable and non-viable environmental and water.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform aseptic sampling of viable and non-viable environmental monitoring and water
• Operate the autoclave to ensure a reliable supply of sterile supplies
• Perform receiving duties
• Assists in QC archiving, logbook management, and records retention
• Performs basic metrology and housekeeping duties
• Maintains adequate inventories for tasks (e.g., reagents, glassware, media, etc)
• May perform basic laboratory tests
• Undertake routine tests on products and materials and generate laboratory results, using a range of analytical and microbial techniques, against the agreed quality standards.
• May undertake non-routine testing under supervision.
• Conduct daily checks, calibrate laboratory equipment, and ensure system suitability of laboratory equipment in accordance with the schedule.
• Identify and implement steps to resolve equipment / testing issues within assigned area.
• Conduct documentation of results and analysis of issues using digital tools and applications as applicable.
• Accurately complete all data entry requirements using ALCOA+ principles
• Prepare solutions and standards accurately and with appropriate documentation

BASIC MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s degree in scientific discipline is required
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques
• Attention to detail

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working in a laboratory setting
• Clean room experience

• Understanding of pharmaceuticals development and cGMP principles is a plus

This position is Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Frederick, MD are encouraged to apply. The compensation range for this role is between $23-24.50/hr and is based on experience.

• 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 USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.