Microbiology Lab Scientist: Food, Water & Environment

The Methodist Church in Britain; United Kingdom; Presencial; GBP 26 000 - 38 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The Methodist Church in Britain is seeking a capable laboratory scientist to join the Food, Water and Environmental Microbiology Services team in the UK. You will perform diagnostic testing on diverse samples, contribute to ISO 17025 quality management, and supervise junior staff in a rigid compliance environment.

Candidates should have a science degree with microbiology experience, familiarity with automated testing systems, and a solid grasp of laboratory safety and quality systems.

Qualificações

• BSc (Hons) science degree or BTEC with microbiology experience.
• Experience with automated testing systems.
• Understanding of quality management systems and UKAS accreditation.

Responsabilidades

• Provide technical diagnostic testing of food, water and environmental samples for outbreak investigations and routine control.
• Carry out basic and complex investigations using specialised testing on complex equipment.
• Assist quality management with internal quality control, external quality assessment and audits.
• Supervise day-to-day activities of less experienced staff.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment and ensure compliance with safety procedures.
• Assist with stock management of reagents and consumables.

Conhecimentos

Automated testing systems

Quality management systems

Lab safety procedures

Interpersonal communication

Project management

Formação académica

BSc (Hons) science degree or BTEC with microbiology experience

Descrição da oferta de emprego

The Methodist Church in Britain is seeking a capable laboratory scientist to join the Food, Water and Environmental Microbiology Services team in the UK. You will perform diagnostic testing on diverse samples, contribute to ISO 17025 quality management, and supervise junior staff in a rigid compliance environment.

Candidates should have a science degree with microbiology experience, familiarity with automated testing systems, and a solid grasp of laboratory safety and quality systems.