Microbiologist

Eurofins; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international life sciences company in Grimsby is seeking a Laboratory Analyst to complete analysis of water samples and provide technical expertise. Responsibilities include performing tests, training team members, and adhering to quality procedures. The ideal candidate will have a GCSE in relevant subjects, a year’s lab experience, and knowledge of laboratory electronic systems. The role offers enhanced leave, a pension plan, and opportunities for career development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement

Company Pension Plan

Life Assurance Scheme (4 times annual salary)

Healthcare Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential

Health and Wellbeing Programmes

Qualifications

• One year’s laboratory experience is required.
• Knowledge of UKAS and ISO methods is necessary.
• Experience with laboratory electronic management systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform plate reading, confirmation and identification of tests.
• Provide training, supervision, and guidance to less experienced team members.
• Ensure samples are handled according to documented procedures.
• Perform calibrations, daily checks, and quality-related tasks.
• Contribute to technical and operational improvement in the lab.

Skills

Maths

English

Chemistry

Biology

Good laboratory skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Experience in fast-paced environments

Enthusiasm and a driven outlook

Education

GCSE grade C or above in Maths, English, Chemistry or Biology

Job 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 laboratories work 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 dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies.

We’re proud to be an armed forces-friendly place to work and welcome applications from reservists, armed forces veterans (including the wounded, injured and sick), as well as cadet instructors, and military spouses and partners.

If you want to continue to help make our world a safer and healthier place, then apply for the role below and become a part of the extraordinary Eurofins.

Job Description

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role

37.5 Hours per week.Wednesday - Sunday. 08:00 - 16:00.

To complete analysis of Water Samples within the Laboratory in accordance with documented procedures and provide technical expertise and interpretation of results.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform plate reading, confirmation and identification of tests in accordance with documented procedures.
• Provide training, supervision, and guidance to less experienced team members.
• Provide technical expertise and interpretation of results.
• Ensure samples received are handled in accordance with documented procedures, including attention to temperature control, storage, and maintenance of sample integrity.
• Good knowledge of Laboratory Quality System in order to comply with the policies, procedures and associated documents.
• Ensure maintenance of accurate and systematic records as detailed in the quality procedures.
• Perform Calibrations, Daily checks and other quality related tasks as required.
• Work with the team to drive the laboratory forward through continuous improvement.
• Report any anomalies or concerns to direct report.
• Comply with Health and Safety procedures keeping the working environment clean and tidy
• Maintenance of laboratory fittings and equipment as directed.
• Ensure personal protective equipment is worn in accordance with the Health & Safety policy.
• Provide a high level of internal and external customer care.
• Contribute to technical and operational improvement in the lab
• Identify and raise issues
• Problem solve and work proactively to anticipate problems

Qualifications

• Maths, English, Chemistry or Biology at GCSE grade C or above or equivalent
• Knowledge of UKAS, ISO methods
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• One year’s laboratory experience.
• Experience in a fast paced working environment.
• Experience of Laboratory electronic management systems
• Good laboratory skills and practices
• Enthusiasm, energy and a driven outlook

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:

• Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement
• Annual Leave Sellback Scheme
• 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
• Worldwide career opportunities
• We also have in place rewards recognising the great work ouremployees 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

As part of any recruitment process, the company collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. The company is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data and to meeting its data protection obligations.

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.

Weembracediversity!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.