Microbiologist or Molecular Biologist

Jobs in Science; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local environmental testing lab in Exeter is seeking a Lab Assistant for a temporary position. The role involves routine microbiology and molecular biology work on environmental samples, requiring a scientific background. Candidates must demonstrate a proactive attitude and be good team players, ready to learn in a bustling lab environment. This position offers full training and valuable experience.

Benefits

Full training provided

Opportunity to learn new skills

Qualifications

• Must have a scientific background, through education or work experience.
• Demonstrate a flexible approach and ability to learn quickly.
• Be part of a busy working lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering analytical service to defined targets.
• Perform routine microbiology and molecular biology work.
• Analyze water & wastewater using various testing methods.

Skills

Scientific background

Team player

Proactive attitude

Ability to learn quickly

Job description

Microbiology / Molecular biology Lab Assistant

MUST BE ALREADY LIVING LOCAL TO EXETER

Location: Starcross - EX6 8PF
Length: Until end March 2026
Hours: Sunday to Thursday, 8am to 4pm with flexibility - 37 hours a week
Rate: GBP12.52 p/h (GBP25.04 p/h for Sun)

We have a temporary position available in South Exeter. You would be part of a team performing routine microbiology and molecular biology work on environmental samples.

As an Assistant Scientist you will be expected to assist in the delivery of the analytical service to defined time, cost and quality targets by extracting and analysing environmental samples.

These are temporary posts, you will be involved in the analysis of water & wastewater using a variety of microbiology and molecular testing methods.

Though full training is provided the role requires candidates to have a scientific background, through education or work experience.

They are looking for someone who enjoys being busy. The work can be high intensity at times, and they are seeking good team players. A willingness to learn and be proactive is essential. It is important you are able to demonstrate a flexible approach, with the ability to learn quickly and work co-operatively as part of a larger team to achieve common goals.

This is an excellent opportunity to learn new skills and gain experience in a busy working lab.

Successful candidate must complete DBS