Assistant Scientific Officers x2 (Bacteriology)

Job Description


VANRATH are partnering with our client, a large Public Sector Organisation, to find 2x Assistant Scientific Officers to join their Bacteriology team on a temporary basis.

The role
Full-time 37.5 hrs p/w
Mon-Fri | 9am-5pm


The ideal person(s)

  • Have received the BCG vaccination (essential requirement due to nature of the role)
  • Degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Immunology, Biological Sciences, or related subject.
  • Practical experience of microbiology and molecular biology.
  • Demonstrable experience of team working, with flexibility, accuracy and problem solving abilities.



Desirable experience

  • Proficient in laboratory work to support traditional and specialist microbiology.
  • Experience at bio-containment levels 2 and 3.
  • Experience of conducting microbiological isolation and identification of bacterial pathogens at Containment Levels 2 and/or CL3



Responsibilities
The post holder will support the work programme of Bacteriology Branch to include statutory, analytical and research work on the major bacterial pathogens of animal and public health significance.

  • Produce consistent high-quality data for diagnostic schemes, including:
    • Sample reception, preparation, and processing
    • Data checks and validation
    • Bacteriological and cell-culture and waste management
  • High-throughput work areas that deliver Statutory functions.
  • Have a stable, structured, recorded and audited approach to training and work practices.
  • Performance targets and KPIs form part of the agreed Assigned Work Programme.



Additional Information
The post may involve the handing of potential infectious materials. Staff may be required to undergo occupational vaccination according to the nature of the work being undertaken. Personal Protective Equipment and relevant training will be provided.


For further information on this vacancy, or any other Public Sector job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Aisling Bishop in the strictest confidence.
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