Lab Technician : Microbiology
Location: Chichester
Salary: A GBP 25,350 per annum depending upon qualifications/experience.
Vacancy Type : 12:month contract looking to become permanent after
One full time and one part time role.
The part time role will be 2 to 3 days a week between Thursday to Saturday or a Monday 08:00 till 15:30. One of those days must be a Saturday.
To start as soon as possible.
Donnington Laboratories is a small, busy independent contract lab specialising in the testing of personal care products, foods and household products. We are based in Chichester, West Sussex and are looking for a Laboratory Technician to complement our Microbiological team of 6 full and part time staff.
Key Responsibilities
The post will comprise a range of typical laboratory tasks including:
* preparing microbiological media and reagents
* carrying out the microbiological testing of samples in accordance with standard test methods
* reading test results and ensuring that test data is accurately and properly reported
* assisting with laboratory housekeeping and GLP accreditation requirements
Full training in the companys systems and procedures will be provided.
Skills and Qualifications
* have a keen interest in science and understanding of scientific principles. (A degree is preferred but not a prerequisite)
* have a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
* enjoy practical benchwork and be a practical problem solver
* have excellent numeracy, good literacy and neat handwriting
* work co:operatively and effectively in a small team, able to show initiative when needed
* be flexible in addressing the varying needs of a small business
* commit to providing an excellent service to their clients
* good time keeping.
Benefits
* 28 days per annum (includes Bank/public holidays)
* Access to a cash back health care scheme (After completion of probationary period)
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Donnington Laboratories Ltd, please do not hesitate .
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.