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Associate Scientist l (DNA) (Entry Level)

Eurofins Scientific

River Falls, WIFull-time$17.25/hrPosted 3w agoVerified open 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$17.25/hr
Location
River Falls, WI
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Eurofins Scientific is hiring an Associate Scientist l (DNA) (Entry Level). Eurofins Scientific seeks an entry‑level Associate Scientist to support DNA extraction, testing, and data analysis within the GTS Department, performing laboratory duties, maintaining safety and quality systems, and communicating results internally and externally.

Key focus areas include Communicate effectively internally and externally, Work cooperatively, and Participate in general laboratory maintenance.

Preferred (not required): Communicate Effectively, Work Cooperatively, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Communicate EffectivelyWork CooperativelyMicrosoft Office Suite

Qualifications

High SchoolScience AptitudeCommutable Distance to WorksiteAuthorization to Work in the United States

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Pay Rate: $17.25/Hr.

Shift: Monday- Friday, 8:00am- 4:30 PM (Full Time)

The GTS Department is dedicated to supporting ELISA/HB planting, harvesting, extraction, and testing; DNA QA grinding, plating, and testing; MBGT planting, plating and testing; Electrophoresis planting, plating, extraction and testing.

The GTS Department includes genetic purity testing using Isozyme Electrophoresis, trait purity testing using ELISA/Herbicide Bioassay testing, and adventitious presence and zygosity testing using in DNA QA using PCR.

The DNA Associate Scientist is responsible for helping in all activities, as directed, for the GTS/MBGT work streams, with primary focus in DNA extraction, testing, and data analysis.

Responsibilities and Duties

General:

  • Communicate effectively internally and externally

  • Work cooperatively

  • Participate in general laboratory maintenance

  • Effectively communicate sample/internal issues to Manager and/or Group Lead as appropriate

  • Effectively communicate personnel issues to Manager and/ or Group Lead Specific:

  • Assist with the creation of plate maps for DNA QA

  • Assist in DNA QA extraction, testing, data analysis, and reporting

  • Become proficient in all areas of GTS planting/sample prep/evaluating/harvesting/extraction/testing

  • Help, support and maintain EBDI Safety program

  • Help, support and maintain EBDI ISO quality system

  • Ensure accurate and efficient execution of written protocols

  • Technical training on equipment/processes in different labs as needed

  • Other duties as needed Education/Experience:

  • High school and science aptitude

  • Within a commutable distance of the worksite location. 

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

  • Experience using Microsoft Office Suite Other Factors:

  • Position requires sitting and standing for multiple hours, as well as lifting up to 50lbs.  Shift: Monday- Friday, 8:00am- 4:30 PM (Full Time)

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.

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

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