Project Microbiologist

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 works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins 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. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.Job DescriptionDesigns basic to medium complexity research studies, prepares quotes, study protocols, preliminary results, and final reports for studies under the oversight of a Research Microbiologist or higher positionProvides administrative and scientific support for research studies, including pre-study tasks (i.e., quote, protocol, method development), coordination with laboratory team regarding supplies and shipments to/from clients, and interaction with clients and laboratory personnelProvides support to the Advanced Food Microbiology laboratory team at the benchtop as neededReviews and approves data generated by the Advanced Food Microbiology laboratoryIndependently communicates with clients about study results, including interpretationDiscusses technical problems or scope changes with the Research Microbiologist or higher position and suggests solutions and actions to resolve problems. Ensures that projects are conducted to meet Division quality standardsMaintains project, laboratory, and experimental recordsMaintains a safe and clean laboratory environmentIdentifies opportunities for process improvement and assists in their resolutionAssists or co-hosts client visits and writes up debriefing notesPerforms other duties as assignedQualificationsB.S. degree in Microbiology, Food Science, or related field Minimum of 2 years of experience in Microbiology Experience in data interpretation and report writing. Laboratory experience in a microbiology laboratory environment. Experience in method development and problem-solving. 15-25% Travel requirement (International & Domestic) May work with potentially hazardous substancesWork requires the use of PPE (personal protective equipment)Work requires some standing and sitting for long periods of timeWork may require lifting weights of up to 40 lbs. Overtime, weekend, and holiday work as required May include second shift workWill be exposed to potential food allergensAuthorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorshipAdditional InformationCompensation:$28.00-$34.00 per hourSchedule:Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pmWhat we offer:Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision optionsLife and disability insurance401(k) with company matchPaid vacation and holidaysEurofins USA Food Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.