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 analyses and complex sample preparationproficiently

　　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 to plan and organize daily work

　　Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) when conducting following work:

　　Perform sample preparation and procedure prior to analyses

　　Perform some basic testing procedures

　　Identify anynon-routine samples and seek guidance on procedures for handling

　　Prepare standards and reagents and ensure adequate supplies are available by monitoring quantities

　　Ensure a high level of accuracy in sample preparation and analysis

　　Operate and maintain all necessary instruments and equipment to complete tasks (PC / Mac computers, pipettes, thermal cyclers, automated sequencers, liquid handling instruments, etc)

　　Assess and correct problems with all laboratory operations according to SOP guidelines and ISO 17025 regulation criteria.

　　Meet quality and TAT specifications required by the client and ensure samples are analyzed within holding time requirements

　　Identify and document all known sample deviations, non-conformances, and/or process deviations and report to the Supervisor

　　Employ proper laboratory techniques to minimize risk of mislabeling, sample mix-up and cross contamination between samples and other materials

　　Provide input to corrective action procedures and report problems and Corrective Actions to the Supervisor

　　Provide Supervisor/Manager with updates on workstation status including advance notification of any delays

　　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.

　　Participate, when requested in lab and Health & Safety meetings

　　Participate, when requested in internal and external audits

　　Provide training and guidance to junior staff

　　Maintain training records and relevant qualifications

　　Keeps work area clean, neat and organized

　　All other responsibilities as assigned