Laboratory Assistant

Role Summary

Perform the analytical techniques described in the company's procedures, as well as support activities (washing glassware, preparing solutions and standards, segregation and disposal of waste), meeting deadlines, maintaining the organization and ensuring the safety and integrity of everyone.

Required training

Complete technical course.

Additional training

An ongoing degree is a plus.

Languages and expected level

-

Previous experience (type and duration)

Up to 1 year of experience.

Technical knowledge

Knowledge of your area of expertise and activities.

Leadership

No responsibility for people

Responsibilities

• Carry out the different analytical steps, including weighing and homogenization, for example;
• Guide assistants and interns;
• Communicate with the registration area (Login) regarding samples being processed;
• Carry out proficiency tests under the supervision of Analysts;
• Communicate any problems in the routine or need for materials to Analysts or Coordination;

Organize the laboratory for the preparation of materials (solutions, buffers, culture media, standard solutions), checking temperatures, validity of solutions and reagents in use;

• Include information in the Lims system;
• Archive documents in accordance with quality training;
• Request corrective and preventive maintenance of equipment for Analysts and/or Coordination;
• Segregate and dispose of waste.
• Perform other related activities, as necessary, or at the discretion of your superior.
• Present attitudes consistent with Eurofins values – see website or Integration Manual;
• Respect the QSMS requirements (ABNT NBR ISO/IEC 17025, ABNT NBR ISO 14001 and BS OHSAS 18001).
• Commitment to continuous improvement, development of the quality, health, environment and safety management system in the organization and the aspects/impacts and dangers/risks of its activities.

Requirements

Behavioral skills

Commitment, good communication and interpersonal relationships, organization, discipline, pro-activity, dynamism, punctuality, flexibility and agility.

Benefits

• Required: Have active CRQ or availability for activation.
• Payment of additional hazard pay at the rate of 20%.
• Work Schedule: Monday to Friday.
• Working Hours: 07:00 to 17:00.

About the Company

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food and pharmaceutical product analysis, environmental matrices and agrosciences CRO services. It is also one of the leading global independent markets for certain laboratory tests and services for genomics, pharmacological research, forensic science, advanced materials sciences and in support of clinical studies. Furthermore, Eurofins is one of the leading emerging players in specialized clinical diagnostic tests in Europe and the US.

The group's key figures are approximately: Turnover of 3.8 billion euros, more than 800 laboratories in 47 countries and around 45,000 employees.