Microbiology Analyst

Alpha Scientific; Slough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading testing laboratory in the UK is seeking a Microbiology Analyst to conduct microbiological tests on water. The successful candidate will ensure all samples are processed in compliance with client requirements and maintain quality standards. The role requires good communication skills and an affinity for science. Benefits include 20 days of holiday, matched pension contributions up to 8%, and private health schemes. This is a full-time position based in Slough with varying hours.

Benefits

20 days holiday

Pension contribution matched up to 8%

Life Assurance 3x base salary

Private health scheme

Genuit sharesave scheme

Qualifications

• Comfortable standing and walking for most of the day.
• Reliable commuting or relocation to Slough before starting work required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all samples received in the laboratory are correctly recorded and processed.
• Familiar with regulatory requirements to ensure compliance.
• Assist in maintaining laboratory accreditation to ISO 17025.
• Ensure all equipment is functioning properly.

Job description

Alpha Scientific is at the forefront of chemical and microbiological testing, reliably providing organisations with detailed analysis of water and air quality.

We are a team of highly skilled and trained scientists who work from purpose-built, UKAS accredited laboratories in Sittingbourne, Slough and Manchester.

Now part of the Genuit Groups’ Climate Management Solutions (CMS) business unit, Alpha has ambitious growth plans.

Full time - Friday to Tuesday. Hours will vary between 8-4 and 11-7.

Lab based.

The Role

The Microbiology Analyst will work together with the Laboratory Team to carry out microbiological testing on water to specific SOP’s and ensure all quality control procedures are followed to ensure the validity of results. The individual should have enthusiasm for science and wish to develop technically within Microbiology. The Microbiology Analyst will play an active part in ensuring the highest quality of service to clients and adherence to standards.

Responsibilities

• The Microbiology Analyst is responsible for ensuring that all samples received in the laboratory are correctly recorded and processed to client requirements within the appropriate time frame.
• The Microbiology Analyst should be familiar with the regulatory requirements specific to the laboratory and ensures all users are in compliance with those standards.
• The Microbiology Analyst will assist in maintaining the laboratory accreditation to ISO 17025.
• The Microbiology Analyst will assist ensuring that all instrumentations/equipment are functioning properly to enable confidence in results generated.

Requirements

• Comfortable standing and walking for most of the day, due to the nature of the work.
• Slough lab: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required).

Benefits

• 20 days holiday
• Pension contribution matched up to 8%
• Life Assurance 3x base salary
• Private health scheme
• Genuit sharesave scheme