Assistant Microbiologist

Company Description

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 discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and agroscience contract research 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 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to ca. 65,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 950 laboratories in 57 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 6.9 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

• Uphold the confidentiality, integrity, quality, technical, health and safety aspects of the company.
• Perform microbiological testing on routine and non-routine samples according to established SOPs and client requirements within stipulated holding time and TAT.
• Prepare culture media, reagents, and laboratory supplies in accordance with quality standards.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment in good condition to ensure functionality and longevity.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory quality systems, including GLP, ISO 17025, and SINGLAS standards.
• Perform internal QC duties timely manner.
• Participate and pass any required proficiency test and interlaboratory analysis.
• Maintain aseptic techniques and follow biosafety procedures at all times.
• Always ensure laboratory cleanliness by performing daily and scheduled housekeeping of the laboratory, equipment and apparatus.
• Maintain laboratory inventory, and stock levels by utilizing laboratory supplies meticulously to avoid wastage.
• Escalate difficulties, issues, and concerns to the immediate higher level of authority, such as Senior Microbiologists, Principal Microbiologist or Lab Manager.
• Any additional job or/and task assigned by Senior Microbiologists, Principal Microbiologist and/or Lab Manager.

Qualifications

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Minimum Diploma in Biological Science, Microbiology, or equivalent.
• At least 1-year relevant experience in laboratory, excluding internship.

Preferred Skills

• Good communication skill, personality and teamwork oriented.
• Dynamic and adaptable to change in schedule, operations and requirements at short notice
• Good command in English both written and spoken.
• Good analytical skills and understanding of scientific writing.

Additional Information

What we offer: As an employer, we’re keen to look after our people with as much dedication as they look after our patients. That’s why we offer competitive salaries, excellent training and exceptional career prospects. We’re a growing and ambitious company, so there is huge potential here to develop with us and enjoy fantastic rewards in your career.

Your data: 
As part of any recruitment process, the company collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. The company is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data and to meeting its data protection obligations.

Eurofins Mechem is an Equal Opportunities Company.