PCR Application Specialist (Gold Standard Diagnostics)

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 is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. Eurofins is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 63,000 staff across a decentralized and entrepreneurial network of ca. 950 laboratories in 60 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability, and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.95 billion ($7.52 billion), and has been amount the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

The GSD US Food Safety team is looking to hire a PCR food application specialist for North America.  The application specialist is a new position that will work exclusively with the GSD line of newly launched  BACGene GO PCR based test kits for food pathogens, which includes salmonella and listeria currently but expansion to other pathogens is expected in the future.  The application specialist will be an integral part of the food safety team as we introduce products to the food testing laboratory and food company marketplace.  The application specialist will also require knowledge of thermocyclers and will be trained on understanding results based on GSD’s Pure software.  We are looking to fill this position immediately.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as a BACGene RT-PCR and pathogen expert to clients and internal team members.
• Conduct webinars and workshops to demonstrate and provide technical expertise, support and training to clients as it relates to BACGene applications remotely and on-site.
• Create presentations, videos and other training materials as required for webinars, workshops and training sessions.
• Interfaces between clients/potential clients and GSD company (US/Europe) development teams, skillfully forwarding pertinent suggestions and ideas to development for inclusion in future enhancements of pathogen test kits.
• Participate in the product development process. (As Application Specialist, you will gain unique insight into the needs and issues facing clients which is knowledge that is part of the important feedback loop to the product management and quality assurance teams identifying product gaps and ensuring high quality deliverables.
• Manage and develop where applicable BACGene kit documentation and technical support content including user manuals video-based tutorials and training tools.
• Attend conferences and exhibitions, meet with clients and demonstrate BACGene food pathogen testing solutions. Help with the product setup process as well as provide product presentations to customers and visitors during trade shows.
• Work together with sales, technical teams and user groups to solve clients’ problems with available technology including BACGene hardware, Pure software, and external lab support.

• Experience with PCR kits and equipment for food applications.  A deep understanding of PCR and the challenges faced by professionals in the food industry.
• A bachelor’s degree in molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry or similar field is required.
• Strong presentation skills with sales ability
• Ability to absorb and convey highly technical information.
• A hands-on and customer-centric approach.
• Must be able to travel to demonstrate to clients and to trade shows on occasion.
• Good time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and information technology.
• Must be able to pass a drug test, criminal background check, possess a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

What We Offer in Return:

• A Competitive Wage/Salary
• Working for a rapidly growing company in the dynamic food safety industry !
• Benefits to include:
  • Company Health, vision and Dental insurance
  • Paid Holidays, vacation, sick time and personal days.
  • Work with an outstanding and dedicated team of professionals who are committed to our company’s growth
  • Work for a company whose values include: Integrity, Hard Work, Exceptional Service and Innovation