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 believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, 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 in the support of clinical studies.
In over 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 61,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of ca. 900 laboratories in 61 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 2022, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.7 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
Job Description
Primary Purpose: Under direct supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor or Department Head, these positions are responsible for conducting sample preparation and analysis using the appropriate analytical methods for organic and inorganic materials.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
- Prepare samples for analysis;
- Perform sample extractions according to applicable SOPs and test methods;
- Perform sample analysis, integration, and data entry into the LIMS system;
- Perform method validation procedures for applicable test methods;
- Maintain good laboratory housekeeping at all times;
- Perform regular instrument maintenance, troubleshooting and calibration;
- Keep track of consumables inventory and request supplies for ordering, as required;
- Follow the Quality System as documented in the Quality Assurance Manual; and
- Other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- University degree or college diploma in a chemistry-related field;
- Basic computer literacy;
- Laboratory safety and WHMIS training;
- Troubleshooting skills required for instrument maintenance;
- Technical knowledge of applicable test methods.
Working Conditions: This is a laboratory environment with the majority of time spent standing and working at a lab bench. Hazardous materials are handled using established safety procedures and appropriate PPE. Lifting requirements of no more than 30 lbs.
Additional Information
Accommodation: Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process, or those needing job postings in an alternative format, may e-mail a request via the website at www.eurofins.ca.
As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received international recognition as a great place to work. To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website at www.eurofins.ca
We thank all applicants within commuting distance of GTA, Ontario for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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