Microbiologist

Microbiologist

£35,000 - £40,000 pa

Full Time, Permanent

Haverhill

The role is fully office based and you will likely need to drive due to rural location.

An exciting opportunity to join a Research and Development company at the cutting-edge of industry. This company is developing innovative technologies that have the potential to revolutionise the marketplace and to make the world a safer place.

The role requires an experienced Microbiologist who is analytical, motivated, resourceful, quick thinking and can manage multiple projects simultaneously. You will be working within a multidisciplinary team and preparing high standard reports and presentations for the whole team and for our global commercial partners.

We are looking for an individual with broad experience of Microbiological research in particular food related pathogens and mycology.

Ideal skills:

• A PhD in microbiology or related discipline
• Good experience in aseptic microbiology techniques and working in containment level 2.
• Understanding and knowledge of ISO and ASTM standards.
• Analysing samples, adhering to controlled methods and procedures while being able to develop in-house protocols in line with the relevant ISO/ASTM standards to aid the high volume of sample screening.
• Analysing and evaluating techniques and processes.
• Providing specialist expertise as well as troubleshooting skills.
• Ideal for someone with relevant qualifications looking to broaden their skills and to gain industry experience in a rapidly growing company.

Desirable skills:

• Theoretical and practical knowledge and expertise of fungal research.
• Previous experience within an industrial microbiology laboratory
• A good knowledge of cell culture and maintenance would be highly advantageous.

Due to the anticipated high volume of applications we may receive for this advertisement, it is with regret that we may only be able to contact those applicants successful in being shortlisted. However, your application for this or any further roles, may mean that we are able to contact you when additional vacancies become available. Should you not want this to be the case, please feel free to contact us directly to ensure we are aware of your wishes.

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