Part-Time Food Microbiology Lab Technician

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Linlithgow; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced annual leave entitlement

Company pension plan

Life assurance scheme

Healthcare cash plan

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Eurofins Scientific in Linlithgow is seeking a part-time Laboratory Assistant for the Food Microbiology department. The role covers sample preparation, media setup, quality checks, and general lab support, with fixed 24-hour weekly schedule: Thursday and Friday 11:00-19:30, Saturday 08:30-17:00.

You will work under EurofinsLinlithgow's Quality System, contribute to housekeeping and waste disposal, and collaborate with lab staff while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work alone or as part of a team.
• Knowledge of the routine workings of a Lab Environment and the importance of a clean lab.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer literate, ability to use Word and Excel to basic level.

Responsibilities

• To prepare samples for incubation as per your trained areas.
• To assist in the preparation of microbiological culture media and record the necessary Quality Control and Performance checks.
• To carry out other functions in support of the Food Microbiology department.
• To work to EurofinsLinlithgow's Quality System showing due care and diligence in all activities.
• To provide general assistance to Laboratory Staff at all levels.
• To carry out housekeeping duties in line with Cleaning Schedules and other documents as required.
• To carry out all washroom duties as required being mindful of the glassware requirements.
• To dispose of all laboratory waste in accordance with procedures.
• To report any unsafe or poor working practices in the laboratory.

Skills

Teamwork

Lab safety

Communication

Computer literacy

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Eurofins Scientific in Linlithgow is seeking a part-time Laboratory Assistant for the Food Microbiology department. The role covers sample preparation, media setup, quality checks, and general lab support, with fixed 24-hour weekly schedule: Thursday and Friday 11:00-19:30, Saturday 08:30-17:00.

You will work under EurofinsLinlithgow's Quality System, contribute to housekeeping and waste disposal, and collaborate with lab staff while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.