Laboratory Automation and Programming Specialist

Location: Kalamazoo, MI, us

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

• Working closely with scientists to discuss and understand their work for business analysis purposes; help them to design data collection, analysis, and visualization approaches especially with understanding of potential artifacts and consumption of data by other groups.
• Sample handling including small and large molecule compounds and mAbs/proteins (preparation, dilution, transfer, plating), biospecimens (preparation, dilution, transfer, plating of plasma, serum, urine, etc.), and nucleic acids (DNA/RNA extraction, aliquoting, and storage)
• Basic programming and use of automation equipment (Hamilton Liquid Handling Systems, Agilent Bravo, Scinomix Tube Labeler, Hamilton TekCel, Agilent BioCel, etc.)
• Working knowledge of MS Excel, Visual Studio, R, Python, JSON, and/or SQL/relational databases for data management and analysis
• Thinking independently and innovating within one’s own project while efficiently collaborating with other team members
• Working with partner lines to define and develop solutions for data ingestion, prepping, blending and visualization across various data sources.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate would possess: 

• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication (oral and written), and attention to detail
• Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team and be self-motivated, adaptable, and a possess a positive attitude
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly
• Work in a BSL-2 environment

Basic Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in biology, cell biology, biochemistry, chemistry, computer-science or other related degree concentration, or equivalent directly-related experience (two years of directly-related industry experience is equivalent to one full-time year of college in related major)
• Experience with sample handling including small and large molecule compounds and mAbs/proteins (preparation, dilution, transfer, plating), biospecimens (preparation, dilution, transfer, plating of plasma, serum, urine, etc.), and nucleic acids (DNA/RNA extraction, aliquoting, and storage)
• Computer skills preferred: R and/or Python, JSON, Spotfire and/or Tableau, Oracle, Visual Studio, and JavaScript
• Experience with basic programming/use of laboratory automation, especially liquid handlers
• Experience working in a GLP environment
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information

• Position is full-time, Monday- Friday 8:00-5:00 pm. 
• May be requested to work on weekends, overtime, and holidays based on business needs.
• Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Kalamazoo, MI are encouraged to apply.
• 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 PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.