Eurofins
Microbiology Laboratory Technician
Eurofins Built Environment Testing is proactively seeking a temporary Microbiology Laboratory Technician to join our Naperville site. This position will be offered as a temporary position. The Microbiology Technician will need a solid understanding of microbiological techniques, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work accurately in a fast-paced, repetitive environment. Successful training for position must be completed within two weeks of the start date. Training will consist of filtering and plating biological concentrates. Responsibilities: Perform routine microbiological laboratory procedures and analyses Maintain, calibrate, clean and test sterility of lab equipment Isolate and make cultures of bacteria or other microorganisms Document all data and results in specified forms Conduct microbial analyses of samples collected from various sources Adhere to correct procedures, policies, and health/safety guidelines Prepare specimens and samples for testing Work in compliance with laboratory safety standards Prepare detailed reports of laboratory results and findings Qualifications: Associates or BS degree in Microbiology, Biology, or a related field Proven work experience as a Microbiology Laboratory Technician or in transferable laboratory setting Hands-on experience with relevant equipment, procedures, and safety regulations Knowledge of modern microbiological techniques Experience in preparing cultures of bacteria and other microorganisms Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English Position is located onsite, at our Naperville location. Hours would be Monday-Friday, 10 AM-6 PM with occasional weekend work and mandatory OT as needed. Time may be flexible depending on workload. Position Range- $20.00- $22.00/hr depending on experience. Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes, the actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and skill set, base salary of internal peers, business section, and geographic location. This position is offered as a temporary position and does not qualify for benefits. All temporary employees will only be eligible to participate in the 401(k). We support your development! Do you feel you don't match 100% of the requirements? Don't hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development. We embrace diversity! Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins companies unique. Sustainability matters to us! We are well on our way to achieving our objective of carbon neutrality by 2025, through a combination of emission reduction and compensation initiatives. We encourage our laboratory leaders to make sustainable changes at their local level, and in addition to their initiatives we also count on our dedicated carbon reduction team to help us to achieve this goal! Eurofins USA Environment Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Eurofins Built Environment Testing is proactively seeking a temporary Microbiology Laboratory Technician to join our Naperville site. This position will be offered as a temporary position. The Microbiology Technician will need a solid understanding of microbiological techniques, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work accurately in a fast-paced, repetitive environment. Successful training for position must be completed within two weeks of the start date. Training will consist of filtering and plating biological concentrates. Responsibilities: Perform routine microbiological laboratory procedures and analyses Maintain, calibrate, clean and test sterility of lab equipment Isolate and make cultures of bacteria or other microorganisms Document all data and results in specified forms Conduct microbial analyses of samples collected from various sources Adhere to correct procedures, policies, and health/safety guidelines Prepare specimens and samples for testing Work in compliance with laboratory safety standards Prepare detailed reports of laboratory results and findings Qualifications: Associates or BS degree in Microbiology, Biology, or a related field Proven work experience as a Microbiology Laboratory Technician or in transferable laboratory setting Hands-on experience with relevant equipment, procedures, and safety regulations Knowledge of modern microbiological techniques Experience in preparing cultures of bacteria and other microorganisms Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English Position is located onsite, at our Naperville location. Hours would be Monday-Friday, 10 AM-6 PM with occasional weekend work and mandatory OT as needed. Time may be flexible depending on workload. Position Range- $20.00- $22.00/hr depending on experience. Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes, the actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and skill set, base salary of internal peers, business section, and geographic location. This position is offered as a temporary position and does not qualify for benefits. All temporary employees will only be eligible to participate in the 401(k). We support your development! Do you feel you don't match 100% of the requirements? Don't hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development. We embrace diversity! Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins companies unique. Sustainability matters to us! We are well on our way to achieving our objective of carbon neutrality by 2025, through a combination of emission reduction and compensation initiatives. We encourage our laboratory leaders to make sustainable changes at their local level, and in addition to their initiatives we also count on our dedicated carbon reduction team to help us to achieve this goal! Eurofins USA Environment Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.