Laboratory Technician

**POSITION PROFILE**:
Job Title: Ecotoxicology Analyst
- Reports to (title): Laboratory Supervisor/Laboratory Manager
- Department: Ecotoxicology Laboratory

**Basic Purpose**:What is the overall function of the job?**:

- Results oriented to produce high quality defensible analytical data, safely and on time by following applicable Standard Operating Procedures
- Perform routine toxicity analyses as directed by the Supervisor and/or Laboratory Coordinator
- Gain full knowledge with respect to performing analytical procedures and related quality control techniques

**Key Accountability/Responsibilities**:What specifically is this job expected to accomplish?**:

- Review LIMS summary reports and organize daily work
- Meet quality and TAT specifications required by the client; ensure samples are analyzed within holding time
- requirements
- Employ proper laboratory techniques to minimize risk of mislabeling sample mix-up and cross contamination
- between samples and other materials
- Perform routine toxicity analyses and/or complex and GLP toxicity analyses in strict compliance to the requirements
- of the Standard Operating Procedures
- Responsible for maintaining cultures of bioassay organisms such as, rainbow trout, Daphnia magna, Ceriodaphnia
- dubia, and various algae. Assist with organism culture troubleshooting
- Assess and correct problems with all laboratory operations according to SOP guidelines and ISO 17025 regulation criteria
- Identify and document all known sample deviations, non-conformances, and/or process deviations and report to the Supervisor
- Keep accurate records of all work, i.e., calibration and maintenance of instruments, water quality measurements,
- culture mortality and reproduction and test results
- Provide preliminary client updates, as required
- Inform Supervisor if SOP requires clarification or updates
- Participate in internal/external audits, and contribute to MIAs, NSCs, investigations/corrective actions, when requested
- Enter and verify data and complete toxicity test reports (CERIS and/or TOXELN reporting)
- Evaluate and initiate problem solving in all areas of the laboratory
- Participate in developing Standard Operating Procedures and general work instructions
- Participate in the development / validation of new procedures and instruments, as required
- Monitor the laboratory to improve efficiencies and reduce costs in a continuous and ongoing fashion
- Support and comply with all Bureau Veritas policies, Quality System and Health & Safety program.
- Maintain training records and relevant qualifications
- Write and update Standard Operating Procedures (Test Methods) and Work Instructions for bioassays
- All other responsibilities as assigned

**Skills and Knowledge**:What skills and knowledge are used to carry out job responsibilities and solve problems?**:

- A University Degree or a College Diploma in Sciences, preferably biology, ecotoxicology or related field with special emphasis in the discipline of toxicity
- Two (2) years related ecotoxicology or biology laboratory experience
- Excellent manual dexterity, record keeping, calculations and problem-solving abilities
- Flexible to perform varying duties to accommodate changing priorities
- Self-directed and proven ability to organize, execute plans and objectives
- Accurately follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and instructions
- Detail oriented with accurate record keeping skills
- Good time-management, communication, multi-tasking and priority setting skills
- Strong computer skills
- Positive outlook with an ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Adapts to a changing environment
- Works both independently and as part of a team
- Learns quickly

**Work Relationships**:

- Internal: Customer Service, Quality Assurance, Technical Support Groups, and Sample Logistic Departments
- External: Customers

**Working Conditions**: physical work environment, physical effort, visual and listening attention, and travel**:

- High level of work production in fast paced lab environment. Can involve the repetition of the same process. Requires patience, tenacity and persistence.
- Flexible working hours, weekends, overtime and shift work
- May involve long periods of standing
- Hazardous materials are handled using established safety procedures and appropriate PPE
- Some lifting and carrying (up to 50 lbs)
- This position requires driving, must be comfortable driving a regular size truck

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