Job Description
Lab Technician MicrobiologyLocation: ChichesterSalary: £25,350 per annum depending upon qualifications/experienceVacancy Type : 12 month contract looking to become permanent afterHours: 5 days per week on 4 weekly rotation: Monday to Friday alternating every 4 weeks with Tuesday to Saturday, 37.5 hours per week with paid daily break plus paid overtime as applicable, start at 08:00Our client is a small, busy independent contract lab specialising in the testing of personal care products, foods and household products. They are based in Chichester, West Sussex and are looking for a Laboratory Technician to complement their Microbiological team of 6 full and part time staff.Key ResponsibilitiesThe post will comprise a range of typical laboratory tasks including:preparing microbiological media and reagentscarrying out the microbiological testing of samples in accordance with standard test methodsreading test results and ensuring that test data is accurately and properly reportedassisting with laboratory housekeeping and GLP accreditation requirementsFull training in the companys systems and procedures will be provided.Skills and Qualificationshave a keen interest in science and understanding of scientific principles. (A degree is preferred but not a prerequisite)have a high level of accuracy & attention to detailenjoy practical benchwork and be a practical problem solverhave excellent numeracy, good literacy and neat handwritingwork co-operatively and effectively in a small team, able to show initiative when neededbe flexible in addressing the varying needs of a small businesscommit to providing an excellent service to their clientsgood time keeping.Benefits28 days per annum (includes Bank/public holidays)To ApplyIf you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please do not hesitate to apply.The company is not able to employ any candidates requiring sponsorship to work in the UK.All applicants must be in a position to accept employment without infringement of their immigration status.TPBN1_UKTJ