Quality Control Microbiologist

Cranleigh STEM & Sustainability Recruitment; Newbury; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Cranleigh STEM is recruiting a QC Microbiology Analyst for an established animal health business in Newbury. This full-time role offers training at Level 1, with Level 2 entry for candidates with relevant experience, salary dependent on experience.

You will carry out quality control testing, prepare equipment, maintain records, and support investigations as training develops. A valid driving licence and transport are required to commute to the site.

Qualifications

• A degree in Biological Sciences or relevant laboratory experience.
• Knowledge of microbiology and laboratory techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach.
• Good planning, organisation and communication skills.
• An understanding of laboratory quality and health and safety requirements.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to manage tasks against deadlines.
• A valid driving licence and your own transport, as these are required to commute to the site due to its location.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out quality control testing and routine sampling in line with laboratory procedures and agreed timelines.
• Preparing workstations, laboratory equipment, consumables and bacterial strains for testing.
• Maintaining accurate laboratory records and documentation.
• Supporting investigations, corrective actions and change control activities as your training develops.
• Identifying and reporting unusual results or potential quality issues.
• Maintaining clean, safe and organised laboratory facilities.

Skills

Biological sciences

Microbiology knowledge

Detail oriented

Planning & organisation

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Driving licence

Education

Biological Sciences degree

Job description

Full-time, permanent | 37.5 hours per week

Are you a Biological Sciences graduate looking to start your laboratory career, or an experienced laboratory professional seeking your next opportunity?

Cranleigh STEM is recruiting a QC Microbiology Analyst for an established animal health business. Joining its quality control team, you’ll support laboratory testing to help ensure products meet the required quality standards.

Training is provided for candidates joining at Level 1, while applicants with relevant experience may be considered for direct entry at Level 2, with salary dependent on experience.

What you’ll be doing:

• Carrying out quality control testing and routine sampling in line with laboratory procedures and agreed timelines.
• Preparing workstations, laboratory equipment, consumables and bacterial strains for testing.
• Maintaining accurate laboratory records and documentation.
• Supporting investigations, corrective actions and change control activities as your training develops.
• Identifying and reporting unusual results or potential quality issues.
• Maintaining clean, safe and organised laboratory facilities.

What we’re looking for:

• A degree in Biological Sciences or relevant laboratory experience.
• Knowledge of microbiology and laboratory techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach.
• Good planning, organisation and communication skills.
• An understanding of laboratory quality and health and safety requirements.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to manage tasks against deadlines.
• A valid driving licence and your own transport, as these are required to commute to the site due to its location.

Working hours and annual leave:

The core working week is Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours, with participation in a weekend rota. This typically involves one Saturday or Sunday shift per month, occasionally two depending on the month.

You’ll receive 33 days’ annual leave. Bank holidays are worked, with this reflected in the overall holiday allowance.