What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sample Registration Clerk I position at Eurofins?
Company Description
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 believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics 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, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.
In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 50,000 staff across a network of more than 900 independent companies in over 50 countries and operating more than 800 laboratories. 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, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing.
 In 2020, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 5.4 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
Job Description
- Perform the procedures for sample receipt, sorting, and line up according to the guidelines of Eurofins Scientific.
- Enter Sample testing requests and other pertinent information into the computer system.
- Verify information entered by data entry personnel to ensure that it accurately reflects the information supplied by the client.
- Ensure all work is completed as necessary when co-workers are absent.
- Maintain storage of retained samples according to the guidelines of Eurofins Scientific.
- Maintain neat and accurate record system and assist with filing as directed.
- Maintain a safe and clean work area and assist others in maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
- Manage time in a manner that ensures a high degree of productivity.
- Ensure that proprietary methodologies are not disclosed to non-employees except as approved in writing by the Laboratory Manager or appointed designate.
- Maintain a perpetual state of readiness and willingness to respond to the queries and needs of clients, staff, and co-workers.
- Remain current on technical, industry, and business advancements and trends as suggested by supervisor.
- Recommend more accurate or efficient laboratory equipment or procedures.
- Maintain cooperative working relationships with all company employees. Communicate orally and in writing to co-workers. This includes "intra" and "inter" departmental employees.
- Promote the company image through the exercising of sound and ethical business practices as related to the public and our customers.
- Other duties, as assigned.
Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Responsive, independent problem solver and action oriented
- Basic Understanding of cGMP, GLP, and ISO 17025 guidelines
- Associates Degree in science or equivalent
Basic Minimum Qualifications:
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Additional Information
Various Schedules are available. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Des Moines, IA 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 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.