QC Associate Scientist
Location: Basingstoke
Hours: Mon-Thu 8:00-16:00, Fri 8:00-14:30
Pay Rate: £20.07 hour

6 Month Contract

As a QC Associate Scientist, you'll work in the microbiology quality control team, ensuring our products meet strict safety and quality standards. You'll help support the mission of Thermo Fisher Scientific to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer by testing materials and finished products in the lab.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform microbiological quality control testing following established methods and SOPs.
Prepare and test culture media.
Record and report test results accurately using SAP Quality Management systems.
Investigate and document out-of-specification (OOS) results.
Maintain laboratory equipment, cleanliness, and consumable stock levels.
Follow all safety, quality, and environmental procedures.
Participate in daily team meetings and continuous improvement activities.
Communicate effectively with other teams such as QA, Manufacturing, and Planning.

Requirements

Degree (or working towards one) in Microbiology or a related scientific subject. Equivalent experience will also be considered.

Experience working in a microbiology lab (academic or industrial).
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures.
Basic lab skills (pipetting, plate pouring, streaking, swabbing, etc.).
Good numeracy and data recording skills.
Familiarity with SAP and MS Office is an advantage.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Reliable, safety-conscious, and organized.

Work Environment

Casual dress code (jeans, t-shirts, jumpers acceptable).
Hair tied back if longer than shoulder length; short nails required.
PPE and safety shoes provided.
Onsite laboratory environment.

Apply now and a member of our team will be in touch!

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