Seed Health & Contaminant Lab Assistant

Fera Science; York and North Yorkshire; Vor Ort; GBP 24.000 - 30.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

25 days holiday (rising to 29) with an

On-site gym

Restaurant

Free parking

Volunteer day

Zusammenfassung

Fera Science in the United Kingdom is recruiting an Assistant Scientist (seeds) to examine seeds and plant products for contaminants using microscopy, culture techniques, and slide preparations. You will follow SOPs and receive guidance from senior colleagues to support Plant Health Regulations.

You’ll set up diagnostic tests for seed pathogens, identify fungi and weed seeds, maintain records, and help keep facilities clean.

Qualifikationen

• A qualification in a relevant science subject or equivalent experience.
• Able to meticulously follow protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Good customer service skills and the ability to prioritise work in a busy environment. We will be particularly interested if you have proven aseptic technique.
• Excellent team working skills, and can take responsibility for the quality of work and asks questions when unclear. Our ideal candidate will have excellent written and verbal communication; and be able to work in an organised manner to deliver work as efficiently as possible to meet deadlines whilst maintaining high standards.
• Practical laboratory experience in plant pathology, specifically working with quarantine pathogens is desirable but not essential if you have an interest in plants and plant diseases,
• Good IT skills particularly using databases and Microsoft applications including Outlook, and experience of working to accredited standards such as ISTA, ISO 17025 and ISO 9001.

Aufgaben

• Visually examine seeds and plant product samples for contaminants and signs of disease using a light microscope to meet Plant Health Regulations.
• Set up diagnostic tests for seed pathogens using isolation and incubation methods.
• Identify fungi, weed seeds and other contaminants found in samples
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures, carry out work in accordance with ISTA (International Seed Testing Association), ISO17025 and ISO9001 quality accredited procedures.
• Complete laboratory documentation with testing results.
• Be responsible for helping to clean and maintain routinely used facilities and equipment.
• Assist other teams in the Plant Protection Programme with surveys and testing as required.
• Handle plant product and food samples that are potential allergens eg nuts and wheat flour.

Kenntnisse

Aseptic technique

Following SOPs

Teamwork

Communication

IT skills

Ausbildung

Science qualification

Tools

ISTA

ISO17025

ISO9001

Jobbeschreibung

Fera Science in the United Kingdom is recruiting an Assistant Scientist (seeds) to examine seeds and plant products for contaminants using microscopy, culture techniques, and slide preparations. You will follow SOPs and receive guidance from senior colleagues to support Plant Health Regulations.

You’ll set up diagnostic tests for seed pathogens, identify fungi and weed seeds, maintain records, and help keep facilities clean.