Microbiology Lab Technician – NHS QC and Analysis

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; United States; Remote; USD 33,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Liverpool seeks a microbiology reception assistant to join the Microbiology team. The role involves handling over 250,000 samples per year, data entry into the Laboratory Information Management System, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

You will support in microbiological analyses, instrument checks, waste management, and general housekeeping, with opportunities to develop in a busy NHS lab aligned to quality systems and risk

Qualifications

• Science A levels or equivalent required.
• Interest in pharmaceutical microbiology and lab work.
• Experience in microbiology, pharmacy or scientific labs preferred.
• Clear and accurate information recording essential.
• Proficient computer data entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Enter sample details into the laboratory information management system.
• Manage laboratory supplies and stock levels for day-to-day operations.
• Perform instrument checks and calibration where required.
• Carry out microbiological analyses of pharmaceutical products.
• Maintain clean, safe lab environment and waste disposal.
• Contribute to risk assessments and safety compliance.

Skills

Record information clearly

Computer data entry

Microbiology knowledge

Lab experience

Education

Science A levels or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory information system (LIMS)

Job description

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Liverpool seeks a microbiology reception assistant to join the Microbiology team. The role involves handling over 250,000 samples per year, data entry into the Laboratory Information Management System, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

You will support in microbiological analyses, instrument checks, waste management, and general housekeeping, with opportunities to develop in a busy NHS lab aligned to quality systems and risk