PLM Analyst (Trained) _ Eurofins Enviro-Works

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, 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 in the support of clinical studies.

In over just 20 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 63,000 staff across a network of more than 950 independent companies in over 60 countries and operating more than 900 laboratories. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics 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.

We are looking for a trained PLM Analyst with prior experience in the role. The ideal candidate should already be familiar with the processes of the job, tools, and best practices, allowing them to integrate quickly and contribute effectively from day one.

• Preparation and analysis of environmental samples using Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM);
• Preparation and analysis of environmental samples using Phase Contrast Microscopy (PCM);
• Cross training in other analysis and areas of testing; ex. Legionella…
• Ensure that company policies are adhered to;
• Ensure that work-scheduling procedures adequately address client needs;
• Provide customer service to clients;
• Responsible for the data reported by the laboratory;
• Ensure that QA/QC standards are implemented, understood, and administered, as per company policy;
• Supports the QC program;
• Data entry into LIMS system;
• Work collectively and collaborate in a Team environment;
• Determination of visual percentage and optical properties of asbestos and non-asbestos material;
• Must be able to see accurately sight colors through microscope;
• Submits all QC data reports as directed;
• Establishes or adjusts workflow to meet turn around time schedules;
• Operate an autoclave;
• Directly report to your Team Lead and/or Lab Manager
• Other laboratory duties as assigned.

Job Specifications:

• Trained PLM Analyst
• University degree or college diploma in a biology/ chemistry-related field;
• Basic computer literacy;
• Laboratory safety and WHMIS training;
• Technical knowledge of applicable test methods;
• Monday to Friday: 7:30am to 4pm (potential weekend/evening work as required).

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

• Job Location: Edmonton, Alberta
• Job Type: Temporary / Full-time ;