Scientist I - Manufacturing Sciences - 12mth FTC

Oxoid Remel Microbiology; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxoid Remel Microbiology in Basingstoke is looking for a laboratory-based scientist to perform investigations on technical projects, support culture media and manufacturing processes, and help drive quality improvements across the site.

You will work on Quality Notifications, CAPAs, batch-related investigations, and small projects while collaborating with colleagues from multiple departments. A 0–2 year microbiology lab background is preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in microbiology or related field, or equivalent.
• 0–2 years’ experience in a microbiology laboratory.
• Ability to handle class 2 (and 3) microorganisms and hazardous chemicals safely.
• Experience using Oxoid products is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations on Quality Notifications, Incidents, CAPAs and supplier validation.
• Carry out small projects within agreed schedules.
• Collaborate with colleagues from different departments to solve technical issues.
• Plan and manage your own work within project boundaries, with guidance from Senior Scientists and Supervisor.
• Communicate findings and propose further actions to resolve issues.
• Prepare detailed technical reports to support the resolution of Incidents/Change Control.
• Role involves a practical focus; perform laboratory work and basic project management duties.

Skills

Investigations

Project planning

Collaboration

Report writing

Laboratory work

Education

BSc/Microbiology or related field

Tools

End user of Oxoid products

Job description

Workday ID: R-01362789

12mth FTC

Basingstoke

About the company

Joining our team, you’ll play an active part in helping to deliver meaningful impact. At Oxoid Remel Microbiology, acquired from Thermo Fisher Scientific, we play a crucial role in accurate identification and targeted treatment for diseases, ensuring food and beverage safety, and supporting pharmaceutical manufacturing integrity. Our products and services are designed to meet the highest standards of quality and performance, helping our customers achieve their objectives efficiently and effectively.

About the role

You will work in a team of scientists on the laboratory investigation of technical projects, including, Quality Notifications, batch failure investigations, material qualifications and Incidents/CAPAs. The jobholder is jointly responsible for the support of the culture media and associated products range and the respective manufacturing processes. This includes dehydrated Culture Media (DCM), Raw Materials, Freeze Dried Supplements (FDS) and Liquid Fill products manufactured in Basingstoke, and prepared media manufactured in Perth and Wesel.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct investigations on various technical projects, such as Quality Notifications Incidents/CAPAs and supplier validation.
• Carry out small projects within agreed schedules.
• Collaborate with colleagues from different departments to find effective solutions to technical issues.
• Plan and manage your own work within project boundaries, with guidance from Senior Scientists and Supervisor.
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities.
• Communicate findings from technical investigations, interpret unexpected results, and propose further actions to resolve issues.
• Prepare detailed technical reports to support the resolution of Incidents/Change Control.
• Role involves a practical focus.
• Perform both laboratory work and basic project management duties.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• The jobholder should hold a degree or equivalent in a microbiological (or related) subject, though this is not essential, with 0-2 years’ experience working in a microbiology laboratory.
• Experience as an end user of Oxoid products, would be of benefit, but is not essential.
• The jobholder will be expected to handle class 2 (and 3, depending on vaccination status) microorganisms and hazardous chemicals in a safe manner, according to the department and company safety rules.

More about us…

This is an exciting time to join us as we continue to build on more than 100 years of microbiology excellence. With a broad portfolio of instruments, services, and global resources, we’re steadfast in our commitment to helping you succeed. Together, we can cultivate a thriving microbiology culture that supports you today, tomorrow, and for life.

Come and be part of what’s next for our company!