Associate Scientist

Eurofins USA; River Falls (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading life sciences company is seeking an MBGT Associate Scientist I to join their Agrigenomics Lab in River Falls, Wisconsin. The role involves vital tasks such as DNA extraction, PCR setup, and data analysis for plant and animal specimens, supporting a diverse range of research. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and possess strong teamwork and communication skills, coupled with a keen attention to detail.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental and vision options

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field required; experience may substitute education.
• Ability to learn lab hardware/software; knowledge of DNA extraction preferred.
• Good communication and teamwork skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct sample preparation and DNA extraction tasks.
• Perform PCR, microarray, and NGS as part of the analysis.
• Assist in staff training and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Agriculture or Laboratory Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Lab specific hardware and software

Job 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

MBGT Associate Scientist I is dedicated to supporting select activities within the Agrigenomics Lab. Activities focus on sample preparation, DNA extraction, PCR set up, array genotyping, Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) and data analysis for both plant, animal, and human specimens.

Responsibilities and Duties

General:

Knowledge and ability to conduct specific processes related to testing in Agrigenomics lab that may include work in any of the following areas:

• Preparation of paperwork
• Sample preparation (leaf, seed, and animal samples)
• DNA Extraction
• Genotyping
  • PCR
  • Microarray technology
  • NGS
• Data analysis
• Customer communication
• Assist in training of staff
• Internal communication about processes
• Other duties as needed

Specific:

• Assists in equipment maintenance and calibration
• Support and maintain ISO quality system
• Support and maintain EBDI Safety program
• Others as required by workflows

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science in a field related to Agriculture or Laboratory Science is required. Relevant work experience may replace some education.
• Good attention to detail, ability to effectively work in a team environment and good communication skills are required for this position.
• An Associate Scientist must also have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and the ability to learn to use lab specific hardware and software as needed.
• Knowledge of DNA extraction and PCR set up and interpretation will be preferred.

Additional Information

Schedule:

• Monday-Friday6:30am-2:30pm or10:30am-6:30 pm

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 USA Genomic Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.