QA Microbiology Technician — 6-Month Contract

Core System; Hilcote; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Company bonus scheme

Training & development programmes

Refer a friend bonus

Employee assistance programme

Rewards portal discounts

Job summary

Lloyds Clinical is seeking a QA Laboratory Technician on a fixed-term contract of 6 months. You will perform environmental monitoring and microbiological identification to safeguard aseptic processes and product quality.

Ideal candidates hold a BSc in Biology or Microbiology and GCSEs in English, Maths, and Science, with prior microbiology lab experience and GMP exposure. Full-time, on-site role with training and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English, Maths and Science (or equivalent).
• BSc in Biology, Biomedical Sciences or Microbiology.
• Experience in a microbiology laboratory with GMP familiarity.
• Strong attention to detail and clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct viable and non-viable environmental monitoring to ensure a sterile environment.
• Quantify microbiological isolates and perform Gram staining and identification tests.
• Conduct fertility testing on process simulations to ensure product quality.
• Oversee the temperature monitoring of storage areas.
• Maintain accurate records of QA activities and data entry for trends.
• Perform routine cleaning and QA documentation checks.
• Participate in training and key task assessments as needed.
• Assist with other projects and tasks as required by the QA Laboratory Manager.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Ability to meet deadlines

GMP awareness

Education

GCSEs English, Maths, Science

BSc Biology/Biomedical Sciences/Microbiology

Tools

Gram staining

Environmental monitoring techniques

Job description

Lloyds Clinical is seeking a QA Laboratory Technician on a fixed-term contract of 6 months. You will perform environmental monitoring and microbiological identification to safeguard aseptic processes and product quality.

Ideal candidates hold a BSc in Biology or Microbiology and GCSEs in English, Maths, and Science, with prior microbiology lab experience and GMP exposure. Full-time, on-site role with training and development opportunities.