Laboratory Technician - Aquatic Ecotoxicology- 100%

Job Description

• Perform all tasks according to GLP compliant SOP’s in an accurate, precise, autonomous, and timely manner based on the overall project- and subsequent Laboratory Planning of the Ecotox Biology Department
• Set-up, maintain and perform static, semi-static and especially flow-through based tests with different fish species across various OECD’s
• Set-up and perform biochemical tests (mainly EIA) across fish species and OECD’s
• Perform general tasks including but not limited to drafting/revision of SOP’s, equipment calibration, lab maintenance, etc.
• Mounting, setting, controlling, and maintaining, of (automated) static, semi-static but mainly flow-through systems
• Working with a variety of fish species across all life stages incl. eggs: selecting, observing, registration of biometrical data and sampling (i.e. blood, organs)
• Working with and maintenance of various sized aquaria allowing a high-through put of tests across OECD’s
• Preparing and applying a range of chemical solutions
• Analytical quantification of biological, physical-chemical, biochemical, and physiological parameters across OECD’s
• Entering and processing data hereby working with different types of software
• Timely, concisely and clearly reporting the biological and analytical progress across test systems and projects

Qualifications

• Preferably bachelor’s in biology (or related scientific domain)
• A valid certification/license to work with animals LTK1 (or even better LTK 2) is mandatory
• Preferably 2 years of experience in a GLP regulated environment
• Preferably 2 years of experience with fish keeping, handling, testing, and sampling
• Preferably 2 years of experience with maintenance of aquaria and flow-through test systems
• Preferably 2 years of experience in performing OECD tests with fish in a GLP regulated CRO environment
• Preferably 2 years of experience of performing biochemical assays in particular EIA
• English (fluent) is mandatory, German (preferably fluent), French (would be an asset)
• You like working accurately and timely in a strictly regulated environment according to detailed SOP’s
• You like working strictly according to the planning provided and delivering results prior to the respective deadline
• You like working and handling highly technical static, semi-static and especially flow-through systems and hereby performing the test accurately and timely including performing the required manipulation of equipment, aquaria, etc.
• You have an eye for detail hereby directly reporting failures or deviations
• You like working in a highly motivated and dynamic team
• You like working in a fast-paced environment within a global CRO framework

Additional Information

• Working environment: Flat hierarchies and a friendly working atmosphere with modern working environment with the great laboratory infrastructure and state-of-the-art analytical equipment.
• Onboarding: On-boarding program with mentors and buddies to provide a smooth start.
• Work-life balance: Through flexible working hours
• Get-togethers & events: Company parties and team events.
• Catering: Free coffee and water dispensers, availability of a variety of food trucks
• Development opportunities: Oopportunity for individual and regular further training, as well as the chance to pursue a variety of career paths within the Eurofins Group.
• Attractive benefits: company pension scheme, free language courses, subsidized yoga course and free parking.

If we have sparked your interest, please apply using our online form in less than 5 minutes by clicking on the “Apply now!” button.

If you have any questions, Arpitha Vasudev (HR Manager Agroscience Europe) will be happy to assist you at [email protected] [email protected].