Probiotics Microbiology Technician — ISO 17025 Career Path

The Oxford Health Company; Bicester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Healthcare benefits

Career progression

Job summary

The Oxford Health Company seeks a Microbiology Laboratory Technician to join HAB Labs in Bicester, focusing on probiotic testing and ISO/IEC 17025 operations. You will receive structured training and grow toward a senior laboratory role while contributing to a state-of-the-art facility.

Responsibilities include routine microbiological analyses, environmental testing support, and maintaining quality systems and records.

Qualifications

• MSc in Microbiology or closely related discipline.
• 2+ years’ laboratory experience in ISO/IEC 17025 accredited microbiology lab.
• Strong understanding of ISO/IEC 17025 requirements and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine microbiological analysis of food supplements (Probiotics) and materials.
• Prepare samples, operate equipment, maintain records and housekeeping.
• Support ISO/IEC 17025 quality system including method verification and internal audits.
• Assist with PCR-based testing and microbial identification where appropriate.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and maintenance of accreditation standards.

Skills

Microbiology testing

ISO 17025 knowledge

Lab equipment handling

Documentation & accuracy

Independent worker

Education

MSc in Microbiology or related

Tools

Autoclaves

Incubators

Biological safety cabinets

Job description

The Oxford Health Company seeks a Microbiology Laboratory Technician to join HAB Labs in Bicester, focusing on probiotic testing and ISO/IEC 17025 operations. You will receive structured training and grow toward a senior laboratory role while contributing to a state-of-the-art facility.

Responsibilities include routine microbiological analyses, environmental testing support, and maintaining quality systems and records.