Company Description
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 Organisation 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 Organisations. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.
In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. 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.
Job Description
Hybrid Role - Local Remote. Candidates living within a commutable distance of theKansas City Metro Area are encouraged to apply.
Basic Function and Scope of Responsibility:
The Software Engineer is primarily responsible for designing, developing, configuring and supporting computer software applications.
Essential Job Duties:
Level I - Minimum
- Manage designated technology application portfolio from configuration, maintenance and monitoring
- Provide analysis, architectural design and leadership on small size projects
- Work within defined IT processes and procedures including the company’s internal software development life cycle methodology (SDLC)
- Serve as liaisons between technical and business departments to ensure that all requirements and targets are met
- Work under close to moderate supervision with limited latitude for independent judgment
- Consult with senior peers on non-complex projects to learn through experience
- Apply basic application management and administration skills with moderate level of proficiency
- Represent department and the organization favorably and in accordance with established Company standards and associate attributes at all times
- Participate in 24x7 On Call rotation supporting break/fix ticket resolution.
- Other duties as assigned by management
Qualifications
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Level I - Minimum
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, business or equivalent experience and training
- Up to 3 years of successful application & system development and management; database experience utilizing the .NET Framework
- Analytical, motivated and ability to learn new technologies and applications
- Ability to multi-task
- Knowledge and management of System Development Lifecycle Methodologies a plus
- Goal oriented, with excellent time management and organizational skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to interact effectively and work efficiently with people at all levels in an organization
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills
- Keenly attentive to detail
- Ability to keep sensitive information confidential
Preferred Experience:
- SQL Server or Oracle. SQL Server Integration Tools.
- Leading projects, developing and administrating Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS): STARLiMS, Outreach
- Leading projects, developing and administrating Specimen Management Systems
- Leading projects, developing and administrating Lab Instrument Interfaces connecting instruments to LIMS
- Working knowledge of HL7 standard and coding; Corepoint HL7 application
- Knowledge of testing laboratory operations and processes a plus
- High level of proficiency with PC based software programs; including project management tools, MS Project
Physical Requirements:
- Physical dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively to operate a keyboard and other office equipment, use a telephone, access file cabinets and other items stored at various levels, including overhead
- Ability to speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably with sufficient volume to ensure an accurate exchange of information in normal conversational distance, over the telephone, and in a group setting
- Ability to continuously operate a personal computer for extended periods of time (4 or more hours)
- Mental acuity sufficient to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, make valid judgments and decisions
The essential physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Additional Information
Eurofins Viracor LLC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the following conditions:
- Drug Screen: Successful candidates will be required to pass a standard drug screen as part of the pre-employment process.
- Background Check: A thorough background check will be conducted for all potential employees. This may include, but is not limited to, criminal history, education verification, and employment history.
- Visa Sponsorship: Eurofins Viracor LLC does not sponsor employment visas. All candidates must have the legal right to work in Lenexa, KS without requiring sponsorship. Unless approved by HR and supporting parties.
Schedule:
- Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
What we offer:
- Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
Eurofins is aM/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
