Are you looking to kickstart or advance your career within a world-class laboratory environment? We are representing a large global manufacturer dedicated to making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. This is your chance to join a powerhouse in the Microbiology sector, working at the forefront of infectious disease diagnosis and food safety. If you are detail-oriented, passionate about science, and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced setting, we want to hear from you!
As a QC Associate Scientist, you will be a vital link in the quality chain. Working within the Specialty Diagnostics Group, you will perform essential microbiological testing to ensure that products meet rigorous safety and performance standards before they reach clinicians and laboratories worldwide.
Location: Basingstoke
Pay Rate: £14.14 per hour
Contract Duration: 9 Months
Working Hours: 35 hours per week
Mon-Thu: 08:00 - 16:00
Fri: 08:00 - 14:30 (Enjoy an early start to your weekend!)
Your Responsibilities
You will carry out Quality Control testing in accordance with strict specifications and methods. Key duties include:
Microbiological Testing: Conducting AST (Antibiotic Susceptibility Testing) and media preparation.
Laboratory Maintenance: Operating autoclaves, managing waste, replenishing consumables, and ensuring a clinical level of cleanliness.
Data Integrity: Recording all test results accurately within the SAP Quality Management module.
Compliance: Following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and assisting with Out of Specification (OOS) investigations.
Collaboration: Participating in Daily Tier Board meetings and providing availability dates to planning and customer service teams.
What We Are Looking For
Whether you are a recent graduate or have established lab experience, we value precision and a "customer-first" mindset.
Education: Degree qualified (Level 6) in Microbiology or a related science subject (or currently studying towards one). Candidates with equivalent industry experience (QBE) are also encouraged to apply.
Technical Skills: Experience in basic lab techniques such as pipetting, swabbing, streaking, and pouring plates.
Systems: Proficiency in MS Office; experience with SAP is highly desirable.
Mindset: High attention to detail, strong numeracy skills, and the ability to follow complex methods precisely.
Why Apply?
This is more than just a lab job; it is an opportunity to gain experience with a global leader in manufacturing. You'll work in a supportive environment that values integrity, innovation, and involvement, all while contributing to products that save lives and protect public health.
Ready to start your next scientific chapter? Apply today for immediate consideration!
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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