Microbiology Technician Hitchin, England
Job description
Microbiology Technician Competitive + Bonus
South ABJ6572
Permanent
Are youa graduate or recent graduate in the biology or microbiology field looking for some lab experience. Full training would be given with this role! As a microbiology technician you will be as part of a global chemical’s organisation function whose primary role is to support all company areas (R&D / plant sites) to achieve and maintain microbial free status. As microbiology technician you would support a microbial testing service, hygiene best practice training, implementation of process-based hygiene improvements, data monitoring and trend analysis as well as a proactive research and development programme to introduce and test novel and alternative compliant preservation solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Support straightforward technical projects under supervision
- Apply Microbiology or lab experience effectively to solve customer problems
- Work closely with a team of other technical staff and is expected to have contact with various colleagues internally and regular contact with customers
- Ensure compliance with Health and safety programs by pro-actively identifying, reporting on and improving safety related issues in the local laboratory area
- Perform microbiological analysis of raw materials, in process products and finished goods
- Conduct Biocide Efficacy testing studies in support of the business
- Culture collection development and maintenance
- To support the business with microbial safety and quality issues
- Support with timely investigation of customer complaints and other sources of nonconforming work
- Carry out Plant hygiene audits in order to identify processes, practices, equipment and raw materials that contribute to microbial contamination
- Liaise with internal and external contacts as necessary to track and communicate service activity status
- Develop and maintain awareness in relevant technical fields
- Provide technical support to operations, R&D, sales, quality and regulatory as required
- Sample log in and reporting using LIMS system
Qualifications and Skills.
· Degree in Microbiology biological sciences, Bioprocess engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology (Biology, Biochemistry)
· Full training given but any practical work from university project or a placement year desirable
· (Pouring agar plates, swab tests etc)
- Desirable - Microbiology experience in a Class II Microbiology Laboratory in the food, pharmaceutical or chemical Industry
- Familiarity with Good Laboratory Practice and Good Manufacturing Practice
Desirable
- Knowledge of preservative efficacy testing and testing for biocides.
- Supporting bioburden or challenge tests
- Experience of working in an accredited laboratory (ISO 17025)
Competitive compensation including attractive benefits as well as excellent career opportunities in an international company.
To Apply: Please contact Alison Basson
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £25,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: ABJ652
