Clinical Laboratory Scientist I, II, or III - Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday, 5:30pm-10pm

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.

Basic Function and Scope of Responsibility:

Transplant Genomics Inc. (“TGI”) is a molecular diagnostics company committed to improving organ

transplant outcomes with non-invasive serial monitoring guided by biomarkers. TGI’s product portfolio

of both individual and combined whole blood gene expression and donor derived cell-free DNA testing

is capable of reliably ruling out subclinical kidney rejection and acute rejection in kidney transplant

patients. In addition to kidney transplantation testing, our newest product for liver transplant patients is

a blood-based biomarker assay designed to rule out rejection as immunosuppression therapy is

optimized.

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) performs laboratory testing, preventive maintenance,

troubleshooting, calibration of equipment, quality control procedures and is responsible for the validity

of test results with a high level of proficiency and in accordance with Eurofins Transplant Genomics

standard operating procedures.

Essential Job Duties:

• Examine samples for validity and other requirements (sample type, volume, etc.)

• Perform sample preparation steps which may include specimen pipetting with a high degree of

accuracy and precision

• Operate, calibrate and maintain all assigned laboratory equipment and instruments according to

standard operating procedures to ensure quality results

• Perform reagents and materials preparation for testing

• Maintain adequate inventory of supplies, reagents and materials needed for testing

• Document remedial action, troubleshooting, quality assurance activities and instrument

maintenance

• Adhere to established processing timelines

• Perform data entry into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

• Label samples and deliver them to proper area(s)

• Retrieve and re-file samples for testing

• Properly store specimens for short term and long term storage

• Aid laboratory personnel in cleaning duties

• Adhere to all quality and safety standards, as well as ensuring compliance with all applicable

regulatory agencies

• Adhere to policies and protocols in the lab

• Work closely and communicate with other lab associates to complete daily activities efficiently

• Represent department and the organization favorably and in accordance with established

Company standards and associate attributes at all times

• Other duties as assigned by management

Level I CLS – Minimum Requirements:

• Perform laboratory assays in accordance with standard operating procedures

• Operate, calibrate and maintain all laboratory equipment and instruments according to standard

operating procedures to ensure quality results

• Maintain adequate inventory of supplies, reagents and materials

• Accept or reject test results in accordance with standard operating procedures

• Document remedial action, troubleshooting, quality assurance activities and instrument

maintenance

• Adhere to established processing timelines

• Adhere to all quality and safety standards

• Other duties as assigned by management

Level II CLS – Minimum Requirements:

• General knowledge of Standard Operating Procedure writing, assay theory, and

instrumentation

• Orient, mentor and teach clinical laboratory methods, procedures and techniques to new

Associates

• Demonstrate effective teamwork skills by knowledge sharing

• Take on formally-assigned additional duties, such as training, as a part of routine job

performance

• Participate on special project teams as requested by supervisory staff

Level III CLS– Minimum Requirements:

• Obtain advanced knowledge of standard operating procedures, assays, and instrumentation

• Participate in troubleshooting activities in conjunction with Technical Supervisor

• Volunteer to serve on various committees and panels to the benefit of the laboratory or

company in general (e.g. Safety Committee)

• Performs train the trainer and Qualified Personnel responsibilities as assigned

Essential Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• BS or BA in biological, physical, chemical or clinical laboratory science.

• Authorization to work in the Unites States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

• Willing to work with potentially infectious human blood and body fluids.

• Ability to work with automated and manual platforms.

• Must possess skills required for aseptic techniques.

• Intermediate level of proficiency with PC based software programs.

• Demonstrates a high level of integrity and honesty in performing tests, documenting test results

and maintaining patient, client, employee and laboratory business confidentiality.

• Excellent verbal & written communication skills.

• Analytical judgment, problem solving skills, accuracy and strong detail oriented.

CLS I – Minimum:

o 1 year clinical laboratory experience in a CLIA certified laboratory with oversight from a

Clinical and/or Medical Director in a regulated environment required.

o Ability to safely work with potentially infectious human blood and body fluids utilizing

all appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

o Must be comfortable with raw specimen handling.

o Ability to read, interpret, and comply with documents such as internal SOPs, operating

and maintenance instructions, and company policies.

o Position may require evening and weekend hours.

o Intermediate level of proficiency with PC based software programs.

CLS II – Fully meets the qualifications of Level I plus the following:

o Minimum 2 years clinical laboratory experience at CLS Level I work or experience in a

CLIA certified laboratory with oversight from a Clinical and/or Medical Director in a

regulated environment required.

o Demonstrates superior understanding of departmental processes.

o Ensure applicable standard operating procedures are being utilized and followed

appropriately.

CLS III – Fully meets the qualifications of Level II plus the following:

o Minimum 6 years clinical/CLIA certified laboratory experience with oversight from a

Clinical and/or Medical Director in a regulated environment required.

Physical Requirements:

• Physical dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively to operate a

keyboard and other office equipment, use a telephone, access file cabinets and other items

stored at various levels, including overhead.

• Ability to speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably with

sufficient volume to ensure an accurate exchange of information in normal conversational

distance, over the telephone, and in a group setting.

• Ability to continuously operate a personal computer for extended periods of time (4 or more

hours).

• Mental acuity sufficient to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems,

establish facts, draw valid conclusions, make valid judgments and decisions.

• Must be vaccinated against the novel COVID-19 virus variants or provide proof of approved

exemption.

The essential physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be

met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

To learn more about Transplant Genomics, Inc., please visit the following websites transplantgenomics.com and www.eurofinsus.com.

Schedule:

• Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday, 5:30pm-10pm

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 Clinical Diagnostics is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.