Laboratory Assistant - On-Call/As-Needed at Eurofins Scientific, Inc. in Des Moines, Iowa

Job Description:

Laboratory Assistant (On-Call/As-Needed)
Employee Responsibilities:

• Understand and follow Quality System documents relevant to responsibilities, e.g., Quality Manual, SOPs, Methods, and Local Policies.


• Adhere to appropriate quality measures, which meet or exceed the standards set by ISO/IEC 17025, government regulatory, and company requirements.


• Follow all company guidelines and procedures relevant to assigned duties.


• Adhere to all pertinent health, safety, and environmental regulations.


• Assist in the daily assaying of samples. Perform testing from a daily work list.


• Set up batches of samples to weigh and weigh samples.


• Identify from samples assayed the need for rechecks.


• Prepare solutions used in the daily testing of designated samples.


• Maintain a neat and accurate record system; keep accurate records of work performed on a daily basis or as needed for quality control tests or regulatory purposes.


• Record test data and results for samples in logbook, record book or BookMaster and enter the data or results into eLIMS either manually or through automatic export in a timely and accurate manner.


• Maintain a safe and clean laboratory; clean work area and glassware used in analyses, dispose of hazardous wastes according to established procedures; assist others in maintaining a clean, safe work environment.


• Identify method/matrix/analytical difficulties and report these together with proposed solutions to supervisor.


• Ensure that proprietary methodologies are not disclosed to non-employees except as approved in writing by the Laboratory Manager or appointed designate.


• Maintain a perpetual state of readiness and willingness to respond to the queries and needs of clients, staff, and co-workers.


• Remain current on technical, industry, and business advancements and trends as suggested by supervisor.


• Recommend more accurate or efficient laboratory equipment or procedures.


• Maintain cooperative working relationships with all company employees. Communicate orally and in writing to co-workers. This includes "intra" and "inter" departmental employees.


• Promote the company image through the exercising of sound and ethical business practices as related to the public and our customers.


• Other duties, as assigned.

The Ideal Candidate would possess:

• Computer literate


• Science background


• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills


• Excellent communication skills


• Responsive, independent problem solver and action oriented

Minimum Qualifications

• Basic understanding of cGMP, GLP, and ISO 17025 guidelines


• High School diploma with 0-3 years of experience


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

This position is on-call/as-needed with no set hours. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Des Moines, Iowa are encouraged to apply.


Eurofins is an international life science company, which provides its customers from the industry and trade with comprehensive analysis and consultation services in the areas of food, environment, pharmaceuticals, product testing and agroscience. Eurofins Food North America offers a range of services for the safety determination, regulatory compliance, composition, authenticity and purity of raw material, ingredients and finished products. Our employees are the key to unlocking scientific expertise that shapes the global supply chain every day, come be a part of something bigger with Eurofins!



We are looking forward to receiving your application including your expected salary and possible start date via our career website.


To learn more about Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, please explore our website www.EurofinsUS.com .


Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.


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