Laboratory Officer, DNA Profiling Lab (Synapse)

Public Service Division; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Service Division in the United Kingdom invites applicants for a Biology Division role focused on serological testing and evidence handling. You will conduct analyses, collect biological material, and contribute to lab improvement through digital solutions.

The role requires Biology-related education, supervised lab research experience in biochemistry/molecular biology, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Background in Biology/Biomedical Science/Biotechnology required.
• Experience with supervised laboratory research in biochemistry/molecular biology.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and capable multitasking; proactive team player.

Responsibilities

• Examination for biological fluids using chemical and serological tests.
• Collection of biological material on evidence from law enforcement.
• Assist in lab improvement and research via digital solutions.
• Assist in developing/validating new technologies/methods.
• Support lab admin duties: equipment, inventory, procurement, reagents.
• Adhere to QC/QA protocols and assist QA duties like expiry checks.

Skills

Biology knowledge

Lab research experience

Data analytics

Python

SQL

Tableau

Power Automate

Power Apps

Education

Biology/Biomedical Science degree

Tools

Power Automate

Power Apps

SQL

Python

Tableau

Job description

[What the role is]

As a member of our Biology Division team, you will play a critical role in conducting serological testing and collection of biological material on evidence submitted by law enforcement agencies, participate in lab
improvement/research projects through digital solutions and assist in developing/validating new technologies/methods.

What you will be working on

• Examination for biological fluids using chemical and serological tests.
• Collection of biological material on evidence submitted by law enforcement agencies.
• Assist in lab improvement/research projects through digital solutions.
• Assist scientists in developing/validating new technologies/methods.
• Supporting laboratory administrative duties such as equipment maintenance, inventory management, procurement of consumables, and preparation of laboratory reagents/supplies.
• Adhering to stringent quality control and quality assurance protocols, and assisting in laboratory quality assurance duties such as checking for expiry dates, conduct of basic performance checking tests.

What we are looking for

• Must possess background knowledge in a Biology/Biomedical Science/Biotechnology (or equivalent).
• Successfully completed supervised laboratory research in project in biochemistry/molecular biology area.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to multitask.
• Collaborative team player with the capability to work independently, showcasing a proactive approach.
• Proficient in digital and data analytic skill will be an advantage (e.g. Power Automate and Power Apps, SQL, Python, Tableau).