Microbiology Analyst

Alpha Scientific is at the forefront of chemical and microbiological testing, reliably providing organisations with detailed analysis of water and air quality. 
 
We are a team of highly skilled and trained scientists who work from purpose-built, UKAS accredited laboratories in Sittingbourne, Slough and Manchester. 

Now part of the Genuit Groups’ Climate Management Solutions (CMS) business unit, Alpha has ambitious growth plans. 

Full time – Friday to Tuesday 8:30 - 17:00
Working Style: Lab based

The Role 

The Microbiology Analyst will work together with the Laboratory Team to carry out microbiological testing on water to specific SOP’s and ensure all quality control procedures are followed to ensure the validity of results. The individual should have enthusiasm for science and wish to develop technically within Microbiology. The Microbiology Analyst will play an active part in ensuring the highest quality of service to clients and adherence to standards.

  
Responsibilities 

• The Microbiology Analyst is responsible for ensuring that all samples received in the laboratory are correctly recorded and processed to client requirements within the appropriate time frame.

• The Microbiology Analyst should be familiar with the regulatory requirements specific to the laboratory and ensures all users are in compliance with those standards.

• The Microbiology Analyst will assist in maintaining the laboratory accreditation to ISO 17025.

• The Microbiology Analyst will assist ensuring that all instrumentations/equipment are functioning properly to enable confidence in results generated.

Requirements 

• A qualification in a scientific subject is desirable but not essential

• Previous laboratory experience is beneficial but not essential

• Strong attention to detail

• Good organisational and time management skills

• Comfortable standing and walking for most of the day, due to the nature of the work

• Be able to reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work

The Benefits 

• 25 days holiday

• Pension contribution matched up to 8% 

• Life Assurance 3x base salary 

• Private health scheme 

• Genuit sharesave scheme 

Here at the Genuit Group we recognise and develop the contribution our people make to the Group’s success and are committed to attracting talent from the widest pool. We have a role to play in making the built environment more sustainable, building a low carbon business ourselves as well as delivering sustainable solutions at scale.