Job Description:

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 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 Description



Eurofins Donor & Product Testing is looking for a clinical laboratory technologist to assist with providing comprehensive laboratory services to meet the unique testing needs of the transplant community. Our clinical labs preform microbiology testing to determine microbial cleanliness, infectious disease and donor eligibility testing, as well Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) testing to successfully match organ transplant recipients with compatible donors. If you are looking for a fun exciting opportunity with the ability to make a positive impact in the lives of donors and transplant recipients look no further!



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

• Following prescribed procedures, performing any of the tests within any of the laboratory specialties. Calculating the results of the tests performed in necessary


• Operating, calibrating, conducting performance checks, and maintaining any laboratory analyzers or equipment


• Recognizing and correcting basic analyzer malfunctions and notifying management personnel when appropriate


• Preparing reagents or media from a prescribed procedure


• Evaluating media, reagents, and calibrators according to established criteria


• Conducting established quality control procedures on analytical tests, equipment, reagents, media, and products


• Evaluating results of quality control and implements corrective action when indicated


• Determining performance specifications for new methods


• Confirming and verifying results through knowledge of techniques, principles, and analyzers


• Monitoring quality assurance/continuous improvement programs


• Monitoring safety programs in compliance with laboratory regulations


• Utilizes laboratory information systems or other methods to accurately and effectively report patient results


• Writing laboratory procedures conforming to standardized format


• Reporting test results conforming to established procedures

Qualifications




The ideal candidate would possess
:

• Knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, equipment, and techniques of medical technology


• Knowledge of the principles of chemistry, biology, and bacteriology as related to medical technology


• Some knowledge of recent developments in the field of medical technology


• Ability to instruct subordinate technologist in areas of medical laboratory testing


• Ability to perform assigned tasks according to prescribed procedures and to make accurate observations and records of tests results


• Skill in the use of medical laboratory equipment


• Analytical thinking and communication skills


• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills


• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude


• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution


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

Additional Information



Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Minneapolis, MN are encouraged to apply.



Schedule:

• Regular:Wednesday-Saturday 4:00pm-2:30am andTuesday-Friday 10:00pm-8:30am


• Training:Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

What we offer:

• 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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