Eurofins STA Laboratories is a technology-based, diagnostic services, laboratory for agriculture, focusing on the inputs (seed and genetically propagated material). We are the only independent agricultural product testing lab that offers seed quality, genomics, plant health services, and diagnostic products to the seed and plant industry. We help clients make objective product decisions that help manage risk, ensure quality, and improve genetics. This ultimately results in increased profits for our clients.

Job Description:

The Seed Health department at Eurofins STA Laboratories, Inc., in Longmont, Colorado, is seeking a full-time employee to lead and coordinate our seed borne fungal testing program at that location.

This position requires direct involvement in the daily testing activities for all client seed samples that are received for seed borne fungal testing and ensure that all processing occurs in an accurate and timely manner, while upholding our standards for superior customer service and quality. The position requires the applicant to manage the planning, testing, evaluation, verification and reporting of mycology tests. This position interacts closely with other seed health programs, Departments and Divisions within Eurofins STA Laboratories. This position entails direct contact with clients, members of industry and/or university groups. Research will be conducted only in the context of developing new and improved testing methods.

Job Requirements:

• Candidates should possess a BS or MS degree in Plant Pathology or related fields with significant laboratory experience.
• Experience with molecular techniques is beneficial as well as experience with pathogen culture and storage, and plant disease diagnostics.
• A good background with fungal pathogens is highly desirable.
• The successful candidate will have good supervisory abilities, excellent customer service skills, self-motivation, and the ability to work unsupervised and successfully within the Seed Health Team.
• A good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, Excel and Outlook is essential.
• The position requires a minimum of 40 hours per week and the ability to lift 30 pounds.

Eurofins STA Laboratories offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical and dental insurance, 401K, profit sharing and bonus programs. Compensation is commensurate with experience and must fit within the STA employee matrix.

Applicants must be current legal residents of the United States.

Please send resumes and contact information for three references to:

Sarah Sabers
Eurofins Scientific
2200 Rittenhouse Ave., Suite 175
Des Moines, IA 50321

Phone: 515-362-5930
Fax: 540-301-4000
employment@eurofinsus.com

Website: www.stalabs.com