Job Description Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. This is a great opportunity to join a fast paced microbiology food testing laboratory. The purpose of this role is to carry out basic microbiological practices which contribute to the production of reliable and accurate test results. To provide support over a wide area of tasks and requirements to microbiologists and lead microbiologists. Please note this is a full time permanent role, working 40 hours per week on a four week rotational shift pattern: Week 1 - Monday to Friday 08:30-17:00 Week 2 - Monday to Thursday 11:00-19:30 and Saturday 08:30-17:00 Week 3 -Sunday, Tuesday to Friday 08:30-17:00. Week 4 - Monday to Friday 11:00-19:30 To work to Eurofins: Linlithgow’s Quality System showing due care and diligence in all activities. To provide general assistance to Laboratory Staff at all levels. To carry out housekeeping duties in line with Cleaning Schedules and other documents as required (including cleaning of equipment, floors, bins and benches when required To prepare samples for incubation as per your trained areas. To assist in the preparation of microbiological culture media and record the necessary Quality Control and Performance checks. To carry out all washroom duties as required being mindful of the glassware requirements. To dispose of all laboratory waste in accordance with procedures. To report any unsafe or poor working practices in the laboratory. These task sheets can never be all encompassing and hence flexibility to task is required.