Entry Level Microbiologist- Med Device (Various Shifts)

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 appropriate
• Applies the highest quality standard in all areas of responsibility  
• Demonstrates strong client service skills, teamwork, and collaboration
• Proactively plans and multitasks to maximize productivity
• Meets all quality and productivity metrics and demonstrates strong teamwork and collaboration
• Performs laboratory operations with good dexterity, good laboratory technique, and high degree of accuracy and precision
• Perform/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 errors
• Understand and perform calculations as required by test methods
• Understand and utilize computers for information access, calculations, and report preparation
• Read and understand analytical procedures (compendial and client supplied) and internal SOP's
• Use MS Windows applications such as Excel, Word, Outlook email
• Process data, generate reports, and evaluate data
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Perform laboratory maintenance and ensures good housekeeping with a neat, clean and orderly workspace
• Commitment to occasional overtime as workload requires

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Additional Qualifications:

• Good dexterity
• positive attitude
• solution driven
• good work habits (organized, efficient, careful, safety-conscious, accurate)
• attention to detail
• sound scientific logic
• good oral and written communication skills
• understanding of instrumentation
• client service focused
• demonstration of organizational skills
• ability to work with moderate supervision upon training completion on assigned task
• ability to handle multitasking

Additional Information

Available shifts are as follows:

• Sun-Thurs: 7am-3pm or 3pm-11pm
• Tues-Sat: 7am-3pm or 3pm-11pm

Position 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 including

• Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA Medical Devices is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.