Microbiologist

Job Description

The purpose of this role is to complete, to the required quality standards, the analysis of food samples for a given method using laboratory techniques. 

This is a part time role working 20 hours per week, there are currently the following shift patterns available:

• Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 13:00 till 18:00.
• Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 13:00 till 18:00.

Yes, first 2 weeks to be Monday to Friday between the hours of 11:00 and 19:00 for training. 

• Adhering to documented procedures in the Quality System for all aspects of laboratory work, ensuring that all relevant information concerning samples is recorded, that samples are handled correctly, and that all necessary records and quality data are maintained.
• Sub-culturing, plate reading, confirmations and validation of analytical results as required.
• Run any equipment required for analysis such as PCR, Pathatrix and ELISA.
• Conducting and recording Media QC, raising and documenting any non-conformances.
• Reporting of results in accordance with the methods of analysis and Customer requirements.
• Be able to raise non conformance work following any non-conformance and to investigate root causes and implement actions. 
• Maintain turnaround time at >99%, ensuring that daily targets are achieved.
• Be familiar with laboratory FGS software, understand and be able to implement processes relating to sample/test data entry.
• Responsible for ensuring that UK health and safety legislation is maintained and helping to ensure that the working environment is kept safe.
• Take responsibility for the cleanliness and hygiene of the area you work in at all times ensuring it is always kept clean and tidy. Removal of waste generated whilst working following the guidelines provided for disposal of waste.
• Ensure all appropriate paperwork is filled out on a daily basis 
• Work with the team to drive the laboratory forward through continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of Laboratory Quality Manual in order to ensure compliance at all times with the policies, procedures and associated documents which are referred to in the manual.
• Provide a high level of internal and external customer care by ensuring all results are delivered accurately and on time.
• Assist with continuous improvement within the microbiology department.

Qualifications

• Diploma in relevant subject area such as microbiology. 
• Experience in any type of fast pace production/retail work would be of advantage. 
• Experience in working in part of a team.
• Good origination and time management.
• Good communication skills.
• Able to self-motivate.

Additional Information

At Eurofins we are growing, innovating and always learning. We celebrate the achievements of our employees through annual long service awards, recognise our colleagues special life events, and we are committed to charitable causes through global fundraising activities.

As a Eurofins employee you will benefit from:

• Additional Annual Leave at Employees set service dates   
• Company Pension Plan
• Life Assurance Scheme (4 times annual salary)
• Healthcare Cash Plan (6+ months service)
• Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity Schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential
• Health and Wellbeing Programmes
• Free parking
• Worldwide career opportunities
• We also have in place rewards recognising the great work our employees deliver, their dedicated service and celebrating special life events.

What Happens Next

Our people are the backbone of what we do, so it's incredibly important we find the right individuals to join us. As a potential new recruit you'll be invited to meet the team in the form of an assessment centre or a staged interview process dependent on the role and it's requirements, this will give you the opportunity to see what working for Eurofins is really like and enable us to get you know your key skills and strengths. 

Your data 
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Closing Date
We reserve the right to close or extend this position depending on application numbers. Therefore we would urge candidates to submit an application as early as possible.
 
Due to the high volume of applications we receive please be aware that if you do not receive a response within 4 weeks of the vacancy expiry date unfortunately, on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful. 

We support your development! Do you feel you don’t match 100% of the requirements? Don’t hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development.

We embrace diversity! Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins companies unique.