Analyst I (EML Vancouver) - Eurofins Experchem Laboratories, Inc.

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 2025, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 7.296 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Reporting to the Microbiology Laboratory Manager or designate, the Laboratory Analyst I is primarily responsible for performing basic to intermediate microbiological testing as assigned. This includes, but is not limited to, pre-incubation activities such as media preparation, enumeration testing, and sample enrichment, as well as post-incubation processes including rapid testing using VIDAS and various PCR platforms, along with applying general knowledge of microbiological cultural methods.

OVERALL OBJECTIVES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrates and supports the company’s vision and values.
• Maintains consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Reads, understands, and complies with all applicable management system requirements related to assigned responsibilities, including the Quality Manual, SOPs, local work instructions, and validated methods. Ensures adherence to ISO/IEC 17025 and relevant regulatory standards.
• Follows all health, safety, and environmental policies related to analytical work; contributes to maintaining a clean and safe laboratory environment.
• Receives and registers incoming samples as required; maintains accurate, organized, and complete records of daily activities, including quality control and regulatory documentation.
• Enters sample data into the Eurofins eLIMS system accurately and within required timelines.
• Performs laboratory testing on incoming samples accurately, efficiently, and within established turnaround times; meets or exceeds service expectations.
• Reviews and verifies test results, ensuring timely submission to appropriate personnel.
• Conducts testing using PCR and other rapid methods, including platforms such as Hygiena BAX and VIDAS.
• Performs assigned steps in cultural methods for pathogen detection.
• Builds and sustains positive working relationships; communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing, across departments.
• Upholds the company’s reputation by practicing ethical and professional standards in all interactions.
• Continuously seeks opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, and client service through existing and emerging technologies.
• Identifies and reports non-conformances and out-of-specification results in accordance with procedures.
• Performs all duties safely and efficiently.
• Completes additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety practices, including WHMIS training.
• Troubleshooting skills to support routine instrument maintenance.
• Technical knowledge of relevant microbiological test methods.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position will be working in a laboratory environment where standing is required for greater than 50% of the time to work at the bench for analyses. Light lifting requirements of no more than 20 lbs. Evening and weekend shift work may be required.

At Eurofins we offer excellent full-time benefits including health & dental coverage, life and disability insurance, RRSP with 3% company match, paid holidays, paid time off.

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.

This posting is supported by AI technology to assist in screening candidates and resumes. 

This posting is for a current vacancy and the successful candidate will start as soon as possible.

Disclaimer: Salary information posted on sites other than the official careers page does not reflect the organization’s compensation and may represent estimated ranges provided by third-party job boards. The organization offers competitive wages and a comprehensive total rewards package, which will be discussed during the interview process.

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