Laboratory Assistant

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 laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. It 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 Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralized and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 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 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

The Laboratory Assistant is primarily responsible for performing duties within the laboratory related to receiving sample shipments, accessioning and performing data entry into laboratory systems, management of samples, manual processing and handling of samples, clerical duties to support laboratory operations, and other miscellaneous tasks.

Laboratory Assistant responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Receive, accessions, labels or rejects specimens by following standard operating procedures (SOP’s).
• Interpret sample requisition forms and other related documentation, and if information is discrepant or missing; obtain required information.
• Perform data entry of case information into the appropriate computer system, ensuring that all identifying information is accurate and in the appropriate format.
• Perform manual processing of samples in the laboratory, including but not limited to, sample aliquoting, ThinPrep processing, cell block preparation, staining, and coverslipping.
• Prepare specimens for analysis
• Perform all housekeeping duties and laboratory cleaning as required.
• Under direction of the laboratory management, ensure that lab supplies are ordered and stocked to avoid any lapses in specimen processing and/or testing.
• Maintain inventory documentation and communicate to laboratory management when there are delays in supply delivery to the lab.
• Performs quality control checks and troubleshoots instrumentation.
• Utilizes, maintains, troubleshoots, and documents equipment maintenance, according to checklist, to ensure proper performance of equipment.
• Adhere to SOPs, policies, work instructions, and protocols in the lab.
• Obtains samples and files, in numerical order where applicable, in correct location based on type and project.
• Follows laboratory regulation guidelines to file, retain, or destroy tissue, blocks, slides, vials, logs, and paperwork.
• Participate in safety and compliance training on a regular basis.
• Participate actively in all laboratory quality management and quality assurance functions.
• Ability to read, interpret, and comply with documents such as internal SOPs, operating and maintenance instructions, and company policies.
• Disposes of and properly handles sharps, reagents, biological and/or hazardous waste in a manner that is consistent with laboratory, state, and federal government regulations.
• Participates, when requested, in training/teaching new employees.
• Respects the confidentiality of client and patient records.
• Coordinates workload with other lab assistants and technologists to maximize productivity and quality of work based upon metrics.
• Complete all procedures expected in the scheduled time without loss of work quality.
• Notify management regarding trends, changes, or problems as they occur.
• Performs activities in accordance with regulatory requirements as defined by appropriate QCD (ID#: 887) for high complexity testing personnel (This item is preferred, but not required)

Basic Minimum Educational Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED acceptable, Associate or Bachelor of Applied Science preferred.

​​​​​​Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum 0-2+ years experience 
• Meet CLIA ’88 qualifications to perform moderate complexity testing as described in Sec. 493.1423 is required.• Meet additional qualifications to perform high complexity testing as described in Sec. 493.1489 is preferred.

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

The Ideal Candidate Possesses the Following:

 

• Ability to work in a fast-paced laboratory environment
• Strong organization skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong analytical, logistics, leadership, and communication skills; verbal and written.
• Ability to think logically to troubleshoot, analyze situations, and make appropriate decisions.
• Proficient computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, e-mail systems (Outlook), and web-based programs.
• Knowledge of current medical terminology to perform various laboratory tests and to communicate with laboratory staff, other departments, and clinical trial site staff.
• Ability to occasionally push, pull, lift, move, and/or carry up to 40lbs. 
• Knowledge of safety requirements to provide instructions and to recognize hazardous conditions.
• Punctual and is consistently at work and on time.
• Wear personal protection equipment/attire provided and be able to complete job functions.
• Good speaking and listening skills.
• Ability to perform focused work with close attention to detail.
• The noise level in the work environment is low-moderate.

Position is full-time, working Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm, with overtime as needed.  Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Carmel, IN 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 Clinical Trial Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.