Associate Analytical Chemist - Summer Internship

Information about Eurofins as a whole:

• Over 50,000 employees worldwide
• Eurofins recently celebrated 30 years of excellence in bioanalytical testing.
• The company has grown from 4 employees in a small lab in France to a global network.
• 800 state-of-the-art laboratories across 41 countries.
• Eurofins is one of the best performing companies in the world. In three decades, the company has grown more than 3,000 times.
• Eurofins is now the global market leader in environmental, food, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics testing as well as in agro-sciences CRO (Contract Research Organization) services.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Applies GMP/ GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
• Learns to conduct routine analyses independently and in compliance with applicable methods, protocols, SOPs and regulatory agency guidelines
• Learns how to document work and maintains study documentation and laboratory records
• Learns how to use laboratory equipment and software appropriate for assigned tasks
• Attends and participates in project meetings
• Learns to perform peer review of data
• Learns to plan assigned workload on a daily basis and effectively schedule multiple assignments
• Contributes to a cohesive team environment and maintains a positive attitude. Plans individual workload in coordination with team members
• Maintains a clean and safe laboratory work environment
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
• Performs other related duties as assigned

The ideal candidate would possess:

• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies

• Pursuing a Bachelors or Associate's Degree in relevant field
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• May work with potentially hazardous materials
• Will be exposed to potential food allergens (ex: milk, tree nuts, peanuts, fish, shellfish, etc)
• Overtime and weekend work as required
• Work requires some standing and sitting for long periods of time, including working within a laboratory hood and standing at a bench top
• Work requires use of PPE (personal protective equipment)

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

Physical Demands:

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.

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

Eurofins USA Food Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.