QC Associate Scientist

Manpower UK Ltd; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a QC Associate Scientist in Basingstoke. In this role, you will conduct microbiological quality control testing and support the mission of a prominent company in making the world safer and healthier. Candidates should have a degree or working towards one in Microbiology and relevant lab experience. The position offers £20.07 per hour for a 6-month contract with a casual dress code and onsite environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Microbiology or a related subject, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in a microbiology lab, either academically or in industry.
• Basic lab skills such as pipetting and streaking.

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological quality control testing following established methods.
• Prepare and test culture media.
• Record and report test results accurately.

Skills

Microbiology knowledge

Attention to detail

Lab skills (pipetting, plate pouring)

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Microbiology or related field

Tools

SAP Quality Management

MS Office

Job description

QC Associate Scientist

Location: Basingstoke

Hours: Mon-Thu 8:00-16:00, Fri 8:00-14:30

Pay Rate: £20.07 hourly

6 Month Contract

As a QC Associate Scientist, you will work in the microbiology quality control team, ensuring our products meet strict safety and quality standards. You will 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.