Microbiology Analyst

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Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. This is a full time, 1 year Maternity Cover position. Shift work is required for this role. Working a biweekly rotating shift pattern, which is: Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday. Week 2: Wednesday & Thursday. As a Microbiology Analyst you will perform scientific procedures and produce accurate results within the required time frame under the customer quality system, using customer company procedures, and while adhering to Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories general policies and standards. Job Responsibilities that you be covering: You will perform routine and non‑routine analyses, prepare and approve results within your competency, and immediately escalate any anomalous or out‑of‑specification findings to the Group Leader or customer representative. You will maintain complete, accurate, and compliant laboratory documentation at all times, ensuring all records, training files, and test data meet Eurofins and customer standards. You will participate fully in all required training, arrive prepared and on time, ensure full understanding of all content, and complete associated training records to the required quality level. You will provide training to colleagues when assigned, ensuring all delivered training is properly documented and aligned with Eurofins procedures. You will support quality and compliance activities by performing second‑person verification checks, executing QC samples per customer procedures, assisting with consumables processing, and revising SOPs or documentation as directed. You will develop a clear understanding of customer processes, requirements, and data‑use expectations, respond to customer queries professionally, and consistently deliver work "Right First Time" to meet or exceed service goals. What skills, qualifications and experiences you will hold as Microbiology Analyst You will hold a degree or diploma in microbiology, chemistry, or a closely related scientific discipline. You will hold experience working in a GMP‑regulated pharmaceutical laboratory environment. You will hold strong organisational abilities, accuracy in daily tasks, and high‑quality documentation skills. You will hold the flexibility and adaptability needed to manage shifting priorities in a fast‑paced setting. You will hold a genuine passion for quality, continuous improvement, and exceptional customer service. You will hold effective communication skills for clear interaction with colleagues, stakeholders, and customers At Eurofins we are growing, innovating and always learning. We celebrate the achievements of our employees through annual long service awards, recognise our colleagues special life events. As a Eurofins employee you will benefit from: We offer exceptional opportunities for career growth, within a friendly and supportive team. As well as a competitive salary, pension and associated benefits you will enjoy an unrivalled working environment, including an active social calendar and subsidised canteen, all while working in a start of the art client facility- a leading biotechnology company Fantastic developmental opportunities and career progression pathways such as leadership, training, compliance and Subject Media Expert. Full Benefits Package including:- Pension Private Medical Insurance Income protection and life assurance Annual discretionary bonus Birthday Holiday entitlement Exciting Eurofins Incentives: Employee Activity Committee (EAC), Equality Driving Excellence (EDE), significant Reward and Recognition programme Opportunity to benefit from Eurofins Operational Development training platform, plus potential support for part-time training (relevant to the position) Full use of the canteen facilities and barista on the client site Free parking onsite and onsite electric charging Additional annual leave days with continued service The opportunity to work on life saving products What Happens Next Our people are the backbone of what we do, so it's incredibly important we find the right individuals to join us. As a potential new recruit you'll be invited to meet the team in the form of an assessment centre or a staged interview process dependent on the role and it's requirements, this will give you the opportunity to see what working for Eurofins is really like and enable us to get you know your key skills and strengths. Your data As part of any recruitment process, the company collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. The company is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data and to meeting its data protection obligations. We embrace diversity! Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and everything else that mak

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