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Band 3 Senior Technician - QC Laboratory
📍 Location: Perth, Scotland
📅 Contract: 6-month fixed term (potential to go permanent)
🕒 Shifts: Rotating early and back shifts (20% shift allowance)
🎓 Minimum Requirement: BSc in Microbiology or related field (or equivalent experience)
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Senior Technician to join our Quality Control (QC) laboratory team in Perth. This is an exciting opportunity for a technician to contribute to a high-performing lab environment. The role is initially a 6-month contract, with the potential to become permanent depending on performance and business needs.
Key Responsibilities
Collect and process samples for microbiological and pH testing.
Conduct testing on plated agar, bottled agar, and fluid media.
Perform microbiological testing in strict compliance with ISO 17025, ISO 13485, and ISO 9001 standards.
Accurately report non-conforming results to the QC Team Leader or Quality Manager.
Follow laboratory procedures and regulatory requirements (UKAS and others).
Execute contamination checks and physical assessments of media.
Maintain high standards of aseptic technique and pipetting accuracy.
Essential Skills & Experience
BSc in Microbiology or a related scientific discipline (or equivalent experience).
Strong understanding of ISO 17025 testing procedures.
Proficiency in aseptic technique and pipetting.
Experience with:
Contamination checks
pH and conductivity testing
Membrane filtration
Media fertility testing
Previous lab experience is advantageous but not essential.
Shift Pattern
Early Shift: 06:00 - 14:30
Back Shift: 14:00 - 22:30
Rotating every 2 weeks
Shift allowance: 20%If you're passionate about microbiology and quality control, and you're looking to grow your career in a supportive and regulated lab environment, we'd love to hear from you!
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