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 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

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 Assistant is primarily responsible for performing duties related to specimen management, specimen storage, inventory replenishment, problem resolution, clinical laboratory cleaning duties and performing data entry processes, as needed with a high level of proficiency, in accordance with Eurofins Transplant Genomics standard operating procedures. 

Essential Job Duties:

Minimum Requirements:
•    Performs miscellaneous tasks throughout the lab, including laboratory cleaning, instrument maintenance, sample management, specimen storage (i.e., retrieving and returning samples from sample storage locations), laboratory supply replenishment
•    Performs a variety of organizational tasks to support the daily functionality of the laboratory. Works efficiently, documents work clearly, and performs responsibilities accurately.
•    Receives incoming clinical samples and demonstrates appropriate documentation. Examines samples for accuracy and other requirements (sample type, volume, etc).
•    Properly store specimens for short term and long-term storage.
•    Prepares specimens to be shipped and adhere to all applicable shipping requirements.
•    Performs data entry into specimen tracking systems and clinical laboratory databases, as needed or assigned. Performs special projects as necessary/as directed.
•    Aids the clinical laboratory personnel in performing daily, weekly and monthly laboratory cleaning duties.
•    Helps technical staff, as needed, with miscellaneous support. Provides administrative support for Clinical Laboratory projects as needed.
•    Works closely and communicate with other clinical laboratory associates to complete daily activities efficiently.
•    Ensures that all laboratory equipment and work areas are clean, sterile, and in proper working order, prior to sample testing. Performs daily, weekly and monthly laboratory maintenance of laboratory equipment and controlled areas.
•    Under the direction of the laboratory supervisor, supports the clinical laboratory inventory processes.
•    Maintains quality control and quality assurance records, as required.
•    Adheres to all quality and safety standards, as well as ensuring compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies.
•    Represents the department and the organization favorably and in accordance with established company standards and associate attributes at all times.
•    Adheres to all Eurofins Transplant Genomics data management policies and protocols.
 

Essential Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
•    High School diploma or equivalent required. Preferred Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree.
•    Authorization to work in the Unites States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
•    Minimum:
o    1 year of clinical laboratory experience highly preferred.
o    Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills.
o    Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail.
o    Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude.
o    Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with documents such as internal SOPs, operating and maintenance instructions, and company policies.
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 specimen handling.
o    Position may require evening and weekend hours.
 

Position is full-time, Tuesday-Saturday 7am-3:30pm. All candidates within commutable distance to Lenexa, KS 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

What Happens Next
 
Our people are the backbone of what we do, so it's incredibly important we find the right individuals to join us. As a potential new recruit you'll be invited to meet the team in the form of an assessment centre or a staged interview process dependent on the role and it's requirements, this will give you the opportunity to see what working for Eurofins is really like and enable us to get you know your key skills and strengths. 
 
Your data 
 
As part of any recruitment process, the company collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. The company is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data and to meeting its data protection obligations.
 
Closing Date
 
We reserve the right to close or extend this position depending on application numbers. Therefore we would urge candidates to submit an application as early as possible.
 
Due to the high volume of applications we receive please be aware that if you do not receive a response within 4 weeks of the vacancy expiry date unfortunately, on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful. 

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.