Analyst ; Microbiology- Environment Testing, Chesapeake VA

Job Location

Chesapeake, VA, USA

Full‑time

The Microbiology Analyst I prepares and analyzes environmental water samples using standard analytical techniques according to scientific and EPA methodology in compliance with Eurofins Environment Testing Philadelphia, LLC’s Quality Assurance programs and SOPs. The position requires a commutable distance to the laboratory. Compensation: $18–22/hour, based on experience.

Schedule:

Monday–Friday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm.

• Apply GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
• Demonstrate and promote the company vision
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality
• Perform basic micro lab techniques/analyses and prepare media/cultures, based on job function
• Contribute to a small team of analysts using bacterial test systems (Total Coliform testing,
  
  E. coli testing, Total Plate Counts, MPNs, and Wastewater testing)
• Assist in writing, reviewing and editing reports, protocols and SOPs
• Train other staff members
• Efficiently carry out procedures necessary to complete each analysis with minimal supervision
• Meticulously maintain precise records of all analyses in accordance with good laboratory practice
• Culture and enumerate infectious bacterial pathogens using routine microbiological techniques
• Enter data into LIMS computer system
• Maintain/calibrate equipment (incubators, water baths, refrigerators, etc.)
• Prepare and wash glassware
• Perform other duties as assigned (wet chemistry, sample login, courier, etc.)
• Receive and unload incoming samples or consignments in accordance with DOT regulations and verify receipt against chain of custody (COC), match it to the corresponding quote and note discrepancies daily, verify that COC’s are accurate, complete and correct and seek resolution for those that are not
• Log samples into Lab Management System daily to assign a lot number for tracking purposes and distribute paperwork to project managers
• Label samples so they may be identified by the lot number and deliver samples to appropriate labs for analysis daily
• Prepare bottle kits daily to be shipped to clients to collect samples and return for analysis in accordance with established procedures including EPA and DOT requirements
• Forward samples to other laboratories in accordance with DOT regulations as needed to run tests that are not performed at that location
• Dispose of spent samples, waste and other potentially hazardous materials in accordance with established procedures
• Monitor freezer and cooler temperatures daily to confirm that the readings are within SOP guidelines
• Clean and organize the departments/labs daily to promote a clean, safe work environment and smoother flow of daily operations
• Maintain and promote safety and conduct all operations in a safe and environmentally compliant manner
• Stock and supply inventory daily and assist with inventory of supplies to maintain proper quantity of materials to perform tasks appropriately
• Perform splits and composites as needed upon request
• Perform courier duties as necessitated to support lab and client needs
• Comply with all driver procedures, certification and company driver policies
• Be willing to be on‑call during non‑business hours to perform non‑routine sampling, delivery, setup of analyses, and readback of tests
• Assist in maintenance of walk‑in coolers to facilitate locating samples
• Ship empty coolers back to clients and other Eurofins Laboratories. Log all outgoing coolers in order to maintain a detailed inventory of all coolers
• Maintain all company vehicles for sample pickups and deliveries as needed
• Conduct all client interactions in an appropriate and professional manner
• Perform bottle order prep duties
• Other job duties as determined by local management

• Computers, word processing software and database software
• Experience with microbiological laboratory and testing procedures
• General mathematics
• Basic composition, spelling, grammar, punctuation
• Strong work ethic, organize work and pay attention to detail
• Computers and basic office equipment
• Computerized shipping systems
• Personal protective equipment
• Strong computer, scientific and organizational skills
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to…