Laboratory Technician Molecular Biology

Company Description

Eurofins Biomnis Ireland is the leading independent provider of Medical Laboratory Services in the country and part of one of the largest medical laboratory groups in the world.

Eurofins Biomnis is part of the Eurofins Scientific Group.

We are recruiting for a:

Laboratory Technician in Molecular Biology

What we offer:

In the spirit of supporting and improving the health and well-being of our employees, building resilience, confidence and compassion through education and activities, our "Wellbeing Committee" was founded. "The Wellbeing Committee" plans activities, promotes participation, represents employees from all organizational levels, and creates and maintains open lines of communication between wellness committees and employees.

You will receive an overall benefits package, including:

• Financial Security
  • Pension Scheme
  • Life Assurance
  • Income Protection
  • Annual Bonus Scheme
  • Company Credit Union Scheme
  • Long Service Award Scheme
• Health & Wellbeing
  • Health Insurance
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Career Development
  • Higher Education Policy
• Lifestyle & Perks
  • Bike to Work Scheme
  • Tax Saver Travel Scheme
  • Eurofins Employee Referral Programme

We’re a growing and ambitious company, so there is huge potential here to develop with us and enjoy fantastic rewards in your career.

Working Hours: 39 hours p/w

Shift: Monday - Friday

Job Description

The main responsibilities for the Laboratory Technician are to support the Molecular Biology Department in assisting in the organisation of the workload, and prioritising tasks to ensure patient results are delivered in a timely manner. In addition, the Laboratory Technician is required to support the Chief Molecular Scientist to work towards achieving the short and long-term departmental goals & quality objectives.

Specific Tasks

• Be aware of and be compliant with of all the documentation related to your Department - Training record, SOP’s, Forms.
• Follow established Quality Management procedures.
• Receive test samples according to SOPs.
• Assist in the processing of samples incorporating automated and manual methods of analysis to include pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical processes.
• Perform routine laboratory tests to a high quality and as required in accordance with departmental SOP’s.
• Perform DNA/RNA extraction & RT-PCR in accordance with SOPs.
• Perform sample analysis and sample preparation in a timely manner
• Assist in the completion of the department’s daily tasks, including work files, to a high standard to ensure patient results delivered in a timely manner.
• Participate in the management of reagent and consumable stock levels.
• Assist with control of logbooks.
• Comply with pre-and post-analytical storage of samples.
• Ensure all waste is adequately treated and disposed of as per SOPs and that all waste is removed as required to waste facilities.
• Advise of any equipment failures or problems encountered while conducting his/her duties.
• Carry out maintenance of instrumentation.
• Clean/disinfect working areas daily.
• Demonstrate Good Laboratory Practice.

Qualifications

Education

• A degree in Biological Science/Minimum Qualification Level 7 (incl Diploma & Ordinary Bachelor Degree)

Experience

• Previous relevant laboratory experience, with knowledge of basic laboratory techniques, in a molecular biology medical diagnostic laboratory preferable but not essential

Skills & Abilities

• Candidates must have the personal competence and capacity to properly discharge the duties of the role

Additional Information

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environment, 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 for supporting clinical studies. In addition, Eurofins is one of the leading global emerging players in specialty clinical diagnostic testing.

In 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR €6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Your data:

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Eurofins Biomnis is an Equal Opportunities Company.