Full Time Permanent Scientist

FULL TIME PERMANENT SCIENTIST WORKING IN A POULTRY LABORATORY

Newbridge Scientific run a new state of the art UKAS accredited laboratory the role will be to provide a comprehensive laboratory service including sample processing, analysis and reporting results for poultry and other species related samples.

Main Duties will include

• Sample receipt and submission to external laboratories
• Sample preparation
• Performing a range of serological tests including but not limited to: ELISA, HI and RSA testing
• To be a point of contact for any laboratory queries regarding samples, tests and results
• Parasitology and microscopy to include faecal worm egg counts
• Bacteriology; setting up culture plates from a range of samples to test Salmonella and Bioburden tests
• Hygiene screening on water and bedding samples
• Produce written reports for the laboratory using Microsoft packages and other specific laboratory systems
• All aspects of media preparation and quality control testing on prepared plates and broths
• Create and maintain stock levels within the laboratory
• Stock control and ordering of consumables and reagents
• Equipment maintenance, calibration and cleaning
• General housekeeping duties within the laboratory
• Maintain clean and tidy working areas at all times
• Undertake CPD as required
• Under Health & Safety at Work Act, whilst at work, you must take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of any other who may be affected by your acts or omissions

Special conditions

The role involves handling animal tissue, blood and faecal samples

The role involves working with reagents

Essential Qualification

A degree in Biological sciences or related subject

Essential Skills and abilities

Good interpersonal skills

Excellent organisational and planning skills

Ability to communicate effectively through various mediums and to different levels of staff

Good administration and IT skills

Knowledge of routine testing requirements in Laboratory (Salmonella, Bioburden etc) is desirable

This role will be predominately working Tuesday to Saturday between the hours of 9am and 5:30pm with occasional weekend cover as and when required

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From £11.44 per hour

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Private dental insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay
• Store discount

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability

Education:

• Certificate of Higher Education (preferred)

Experience:

• Laboratory experience: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 12/02/2021