Molecular Technologist I at Eurofins in Huntsville, Alabama

Job Description:

Company Description




Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and for supporting clinical studies. In addition, Eurofins is one of the leading global emerging players in specialty clinical diagnostic testing.


In 2018, Eurofins generated 4.2 billion Euro proforma turnover in 800 laboratories across 47 countries, employing about 45.000 staff.



Eurofins stands for a conception of clinical diagnostics entirely focused on excellence, innovation and technological investment. Eurofins clinical diagnostics offers testing services in all medical specialties.


As a central element in healthcare, clinical diagnostics contributes to every stage of patient care: predisposition, prevention, diagnostics, treatment monitoring and prognosis.


With hundreds of thousands of clinical diagnostics tests performed every day, the laboratories of the clinical diagnostics division strive to ensure that every patient, wherever he or she lives, has access to the most specialized and most innovative techniques for diagnosis, monitoring and therapeutic adjustment. Our logistics expertise and our daily sample collection and delivery network, guarantee perfect continuity in the provision of care while ensuring the same standard of quality and access to innovation across all the regions we serve.



Job Description



The Molecular Technologist I is responsible for specimen labeling, processing, test performance and storage, lab maintenance, supply stocking, logging temperature and lot numbers, aliquoting reagents, and following standard lab procedures, safety guidelines, and HIPAA polices.



Molecular Technologist I responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:




Technical Duties

• Follow standard operating procedure for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, and maintain accurate documentation for specimen traceability.


• Adhere to established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within acceptable performance levels.


• Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from established performance specifications.


• After initial training, perform assigned Lab Assistant Duties and TEM-PCR lab duties accurately and efficiently, including properly handling equipment. These duties may include: Sample Sorting, Spin, Decap and Batch, Sample Transfer, Template Addition, Elution Plate Prep, PCR Product Addition, SAPE Addition, Array Wash, Array Detection, and other duties as assigned.


• Stock laboratory with supplies in addition to clean and decontaminate laboratory instruments and testing areas.


• Setup and perform testing of samples for troubleshooting, clinical, and stability studies.


• Setup and assist with validation and verification studies of laboratory tests.


• Properly document records of studies performed, assuring traceability.

QC Duties

• Adhere to all processes put into place by the Quality Assurance and Safety Officer.


• Promptly bring forth all QC concerns to a Lead or Technical Supervisor.


• Contribute when needed in processing QC Samples.

All Areas

• Perform all work duties as assigned by shift on weekly work schedules, using any downtime for lab maintenance or other assigned duties.


• Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies and document all quality control activities.


• Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and correct the problem or immediately notify the day's lead technologist.


• Participate in the laboratory's quality assurance plan.


• Participate in job specific training and annual competency assessment reviews.


• Keep workstations clean according to the cleaning policy.


• Wear personal protective equipment as required.


• Observe all safety guidelines and report any unsafe conditions to a lab supervisor or manager.


• Perform any additional duties as directed by Clinical Lab management.

Additional Job Considerations

• A day's schedule can be affected by specimen delivery delays, possibly resulting in later arrival times or later finish times. Flexibility with scheduling, within reason, is required.


• Weekend and holiday work is required.


• Work during adverse weather conditions, as much as safety will allow, is required.


• Lab work requires a majority of time standing or walking and dexterity with hand-eye coordination.


• Basic computer skills are required.


• Must comply with CLIA or any other medical requirements to work in the laboratory.

Qualifications




Minimum Educational Qualifications:

• Minimum of an Associates or Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Sciences, or a Life Science such as Biology or Chemistry


• Laboratory certification preferred


• Qualify as Testing Personnel as defined by CLIA rule § 493.1489


• 2 years' experience in a High Complexity Clinical Laboratory is preferred.

MinimumQualifications:

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


• Must possess proficiency with basic computer programs.


• Be a strong team player.


• Excellent communication skills.


• Must be able to multitask and keep up in a fast-paced environment.


• Must work well on your own with minimal supervision.

Additional Information



Position is full-time3rd shift Tuesday - Friday working 1:00am - 12:00pmwith overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Huntsville, AL are encouraged to apply.

• 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 is aM/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

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