Find & Apply For Microbiologist Jobs in Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Company DescriptionEurofins 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 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

•Position is available in various shifts

•Completing all training in a timely and complete manner; working with an experienced analyst/mentor performing various tasks and analyses of Bio/pharmaceutical ingredients and products; reviewing or preparing standards and samples for analysis and running any equipment or instrumentation independently and/or with guidance; working efficiently; ensuring that the client receives quality data by reviewing laboratory data for accuracy, clarity, and adherence to GMP and/or GLP regulations

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriateApplies the highest quality standard in all areas of responsibility Demonstrates strong client service skills, teamwork, and collaborationProactively plans and multitasks to maximize productivityMeets all quality and productivity metrics and demonstrates strong teamwork and collaborationPerforms laboratory operations with good dexterity, good laboratory technique, and high degree of accuracy and precisionPerform/Review preparations of reagents, samples, and standards according to procedures.

Document testing, observations, deviations, and results clearly and completely, and in compliance with regulatory requirements - striving to minimize errorsUnderstand and perform calculations as required by test methodsUnderstand and utilize computers for information access, calculations, and report preparationRead and understand analytical procedures (compendial and client supplied) and internal SOP'sUse MS Windows applications such as Excel, Word, Outlook emailProcess data, generate reports, and evaluate dataCommunicate effectively, both orally and in writingPerform laboratory maintenance and ensures good housekeeping with a neat, clean and orderly workspaceCommitment to occasional overtime as workload requires

QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in microbiology, biology, biochemistry, or related degree concentration and no previous laboratory experience requiredAbility to work on the US indefinitely without sponsorshipCompleted Microbiology lab courses in college

Additional Qualifications:

Good dexteritypositive attitudesolution drivengood work habits (organized, efficient, careful, safety-conscious, accurate)attention to detailsound scientific logicgood oral and written communication skillsunderstanding of instrumentationclient service focuseddemonstration of organizational skillsability to work with moderate supervision upon training completion on assigned taskability to handle multitaskingAdditional InformationAvailable shifts are as follows:

Sun-Thurs:

8am-4pm or 2pm-10pm

Tues-Sat:

8am-4pm or 2pm-10pm

Mon-Fri:

2pm-10pmPosition is full-time, 40hrs per week with additional hours as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lancaster, PA are encouraged to apply. Up to 25% travel may be required. Excellent full time benefits includingComprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision optionsLife and disability insurance401(k) with company matchPaid vacation and holidaysEurofins USA Medical Devices is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.