Veterinary Microbiologist - Technical Assessor

JR United Kingdom; Reading; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK accreditation body is seeking an experienced Independent Technical Assessor with expertise in Veterinary Microbiology for remote contract-based work. The role involves technical assessments of veterinary laboratories to ensure compliance with ISO17025 standards and high-quality diagnostic practices in microbiology.

Benefits

Flexible contract-based role

Remote working opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant hands-on experience in veterinary microbiology laboratories.
• Familiarity with laboratory quality management systems is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Conduct technical assessments of veterinary microbiology laboratories.
• Evaluate compliance with accreditation requirements and diagnostic methodologies.

Skills

Microbiological testing principles

Standard veterinary microbiology methods

IQC, EQA, and PT schemes

Education

Degree in Microbiology or related discipline

Veterinary degree (MRCVS)

Postgraduate qualification (e.g. MSc, PhD)

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UKAS

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reading, United Kingdom

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Independent Technical Assessor – Veterinary Microbiology

Location: Remote/Contract-Based | Contract Type: Independent Contractor | Organisation: UKAS

About the Role

UKAS is seeking an experienced Independent Technical Assessor with expertise in Veterinary Microbiology to support our accreditation assessments in ISO17025 labs. This role involves evaluating veterinary laboratories against accreditation standards, ensuring technical competence, and maintaining high-quality diagnostic testing in microbiology, including mycology and parasitology.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct technical assessments of veterinary microbiology laboratories, ensuring compliance with accreditation requirements.
• Evaluate the application of diagnostic methodologies, including serological, molecular techniques, and MALDI-TOF.
• Assess laboratory procedures, sample processing, and reporting accuracy for veterinary diagnostics.
• Review the operation, validation, and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Ensure laboratories adhere to IQC and EQA best practices, including Proficiency Testing (PT) schemes.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Microbiology, Veterinary Microbiology, or a related scientific discipline, incorporating veterinary microbiology principles.
• Veterinary degree (MRCVS) with microbiology specialisation or relevant postgraduate qualification (e.g. MSc, PhD, FRCPath in Veterinary Microbiology or equivalent).
• Significant hands-on experience in veterinary microbiology laboratories or overseeing microbiology diagnostic services.

Key Skills & Knowledge

• Strong understanding of microbiological testing principles in veterinary diagnostics.
• Knowledge of standard veterinary microbiology methods and diagnostic applications.
• Experience with IQC, EQA, and PT schemes relevant to veterinary microbiology.
• Familiarity with accreditation standards and laboratory quality management systems.

Desirable but Not Essential

• Membership of relevant professional bodies such as FRCPath (Veterinary Microbiology Specialism) or Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
• MRCVS accreditation with a focus on microbiology.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible contract-based role with remote working opportunities.
• Contribute to maintaining and improving veterinary laboratory standards.
• Work with a leading UK accreditation body.

To find out more about the opportunity follow the link:

https://www.ukas.com/about-us/careers/independent-technical-assessors/

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https://www.ukas.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/UKAS-Candidate-Privacy-Notice.pdf