Health and Safety Officer (Laboratory)
Location: Cambridge
Contract: Full-time and permanent
Sector: Biotechnology
Salary: c£30,000 - £40,000 depending on experience.
Our client is an innovative biotechnology company based outside of the centre of Cambridge. They have built a platform to synthesis DNA which provides exciting possibilities for ensuring cheaper, faster and more accurate DNA / gene constructs than traditional plasmid-based methods. In a key phase of their growth, our client is looking to hire a QA Manager to oversee a small team to achieve cGMP compliance and develop + maintain their QMS (Quality Management System). If you are an experienced Scientist with strong understanding of GMO health and safety regulations, or a H&S specialist with GMO experience, this may be an opportunity of interest.
The Opportunity
This is an opportunity for Health and Safety professionals who have experience of GMO (genetically modified organism) regulations, within a biological or pharmaceutical setting. This role will involve working within an established company, ensuring that various branches of H&S are adhered to. You will be responsible for:
1. Ensuring compliance with GMO regulations in the workplace (GMO Contained Use Regulations 2014).
2. Ensuring compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act...