Our laboratory in Maryland Heights, Missouri provides organic chemistry testing specializing in investigative analytical chemistry. Examples of this includes evaluating the label claims of consumer products, reverse engineering pharmaceuticals/nutritional supplements, contaminant identification, determining sources of off odors/flavors/colors, extractables and leachables of consumer electronics, testing medical devices and much, much more.
We looking for a Laboratory Technicians with a focus on Sample Preparation. The skills and responsibilities include:
- Use the following instruments/techniques: Balances, pH meters, preparation of standard, reagent, and mobile phase solutions, preparation of dilutions, handling of volumetric glassware, centrifugation, lyophilization, and similar techniques.
- Perform the following types of testing / skills with minimal supervision: Handling volumetric glassware, recording test observations, preparing dilutions of/or reagents, samples, and standards, pH measurement, titrations, and similar skills.
- BS degree in Chemistry with 0-1 years of applicable experience
- Work effectively in a team environment.
- Knowledge of Laboratory Health & Safety.
- Excellent organization skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Including Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 80% of the time.
- Ability to continuously operate a personal computer or lab equipment for extended periods of time (4 or more hours).
- Ability to operate a keyboard and other lab equipment, use a telephone, access file cabinets and other items stored at various levels, including overhead
- Ability to communicate clearly and understandably ensure an accurate exchange of information in normal conversational distance, over the telephone, and in a group setting.
- Ability to handle small and fragile devices with tweezers and /or fingers.
- Require close distance visual acuity with or without correction (Glasses, Contacts, etc.)
- Must be willing and able to wear PPE such as hard-hat, steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, laboratory coat and/or any other devices or equipment that is required.
- Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, make timely decisions in the context of a workflow, ability to communicate with visitors, ability to complete tasks in situations that have a speed or productivity quota.
- Ability to move equipment or items up to 50 lbs.
Position is full-time, Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of St. Louis, MO are encouraged to apply.
Pay range is $25/h - $27/h depending on experience.
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 Medical Devices is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.