Analyst I (Microbiology)- Environment Testing, Chesapeake VA

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environment and pharmaceutical 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, advanced material sciences and for supporting clinical studies. In addition, Eurofins is one of the key emerging players in specialty clinical diagnostic testing in Europe and the USA. Group's key figures are approx. 6.95 billion Euros turnover, over 950 laboratories across 60 countries and about 63,000 staff. Eurofins Environment Testing is searching for a Microbiology Analyst in Chesapeake, VA. Must live a commutable distance to the laboratory. Compensation based on experience. $18-22/hour Schedule- Monday-Friday 10:00am-6:00pm This is a full time position. 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. Job Description Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate Demonstrates and promotes the company vision 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 (i.e. Total Coliform testing, E. coli testing, Total Plate Counts, MPNs, and Wastewater testing) Assist in writing, reviewing and editing reports, protocols and SOP’s. 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 enumera