Laboratory Technician

Qualifications:** Bachelor's degree (BS or BA) in a relevant scientific field (preferred) 1-2 years of previous laboratory experience or exposure Professional working proficiency in English, including the ability to read, write, and speak clearly Strong knowledge of GMP/GLP compliance and laboratory safety standards Demonstrated ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) with precision Excellent organizational and time management skills Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in measurements and documentation Ability to work efficiently under supervision using routine and standard methods **Preferred Skills and Experience:** Experience with sample preparation using standard laboratory techniques Familiarity with instrument-specific data systems and software Problem-solving skills and analytical thinking Strong team participation and collaboration abilities Experience in production-oriented environments with awareness of meeting deadlines Excellent record-keeping and documentation skills Physical capability to perform laboratory tasks, including standing for extended periods and handling laboratory equipment 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. Eurofins Food and Water Testing New Zealand  provides range of class leading food, water, plant, soil and  fertilizer testing, as well as horticultural services and technical solutions, primarily to the New Zealand market. With a staff of over 354 we operate laboratories in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin, Taupo, Hastings, Invercargill and Queenstown. We specialise in all Food types, Plants, Soils, Fertilizers, Potable Water, Sludge, Sediments, Leachate, Trade Waste Effluents, Sewage Effluents, Surface Water, River & Stream Monitoring, Seawater, and Groundwater.  All candidate CVs must be accompanied with a cover letter explaining why you are applying for this job, which will be reviewed. However, please note that we are not always able to respond to every expression of interest submitted.  This opportunity is only open to candidates who are eligible to work in New Zealand, and already have work rights or an appropriate working visa.