QC Associate Scientist

Vrieservice; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading science services company in Basingstoke is looking for a QC Associate Scientist to ensure product quality and safety standards. Candidates should have a degree in Microbiology or similar, experience in a lab, and strong attention to detail. This role involves performing microbiological testing and effective communication with team members. The position offers a pay rate of £20.07 per hour with a casual dress code and onsite lab environment.

Qualifications

• Degree (or working towards one) in Microbiology or equivalent experience.
• Experience in a microbiology lab (academic or industrial).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological quality control testing.
• Prepare and test culture media.
• Record and report test results using SAP Quality Management systems.

Skills

Microbiology

Attention to detail

Laboratory skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Microbiology or related scientific subject

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Location: Basingstoke
Hours: Mon-Thu 8:00-16:00, Fri 8:00-14:30
Pay Rate: £20.07 hour

6 Month Contract

As a QC Associate Scientist, you'll work in the microbiology quality control team, ensuring our products meet strict safety and quality standards. You'll help support the mission of Thermo Fisher Scientific to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer by testing materials and finished products in the lab.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological quality control testing following established methods and SOPs.
• Prepare and test culture media.
• Record and report test results accurately using SAP Quality Management systems.
• Investigate and document out-of-specification (OOS) results.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, cleanliness, and consumable stock levels.
• Follow all safety, quality, and environmental procedures.
• Participate in daily team meetings and continuous improvement activities.
• Communicate effectively with other teams such as QA, Manufacturing, and Planning.

Requirements

• Degree (or working towards one) in Microbiology or a related scientific subject. Equivalent experience will also be considered.
• Experience working in a microbiology lab (academic or industrial).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures.
• Basic lab skills (pipetting, plate pouring, streaking, swabbing, etc.).
• Good numeracy and data recording skills.
• Familiarity with SAP and MS Office is an advantage.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable, safety-conscious, and organized.

Work Environment

• Casual dress code (jeans, t-shirts, jumpers acceptable).
• Hair tied back if longer than shoulder length; short nails required.
• PPE and safety shoes provided.
• Onsite laboratory environment.

Apply now and a member of our team will be in touch!