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NLS Starcross Lab Exeter, EX6 8FD

Staff Grade 4

Permanent

Full Time

Science

£29,706

The Molecular and Microbiology team is based at the Monitoring Laboratories’ Starcross site. The team delivers core analytical work in parallel with investigational/project work for the Environment Agency and for other government and commercial customers. As a grade 4, you will help oversee a range of workflows and supervise a large team delivering safe, high-quality analysis within an ISO 17025 setting. You will provide day-to-day technical support on a range of molecular and microbiology methods and help drive the section forward in an ever-changing landscape. An effective communicator, you will provide mentoring, development, and support to all team members.

The Monitoring Laboratories are accredited to ISO/IEC17025 with 3 sites across the country – Leeds, Brampton and Starcross. Starcross specialises in freshwater, saline and effluent analysis. Our Molecular and Microbiology team comprises approximately 22 staff and is responsible for a wide range of analytical methods that are essential in supporting the Environment Agency’s aims and objectives.

You must have experience with Molecular and Microbiology techniques and be able to demonstrate and communicate your technical knowledge to people with a range of backgrounds.
You must be able to supervise and lead others within the team, through training and mentoring. Communicating with the team and being a consistent role model are essential.
You must enjoy working in a busy working environment, sometimes under pressure, to achieve results. You'll need to demonstrate the key capabilities as defined in the Job Profile.
You are, or are working towards, a Registered Scientist with the Institute of Science and Technology (or similar) as part of your personal development and can show evidence of your continuous professional development.

Please note, following interviews and appointment, applicants may be placed a reserve list as further positions at the same grade are anticipated in the near future.
The role will be based on a 37-hour week with a Monday to Friday, or Tuesday to Saturday, working rota.
The site is served by regular public transport.
For further information please contact Louise Pearce on 02030250034 or Nick Even's E-mail [email protected]