Laboratory Technician

Stonehaven Microbiology Services Limited is seeking a Laboratory Technician in Oldmeldrum, UK. The role involves media preparation, microbiological and chemical analyses, data recording, and laboratory maintenance. Candidates should have a positive attitude and a willingness to learn. Full training is provided, and the position requires compliance with health and safety regulations. This is a full-time position, and no specific degree is required.
Would you like a job in Microbiology? Do you live in the Oldmeldrum, Inverurie, Ellon, Peterhead or Aberdeen area? We really value our staff and welcome people who are keen to work at the cutting edge, learn new skills, and understand that personality and a forward-thinking attitude are just as important as qualifications and experience.

If you think you can bring something to SMS and believe you will fit in well with our business ethos, get in touch. Even if we don’t have any jobs in Microbiology to offer at the moment, we will keep your details on file and contact you when we do.

• Media preparation, quality assurance and maintenance of stock.
• Preparation of samples for processing in the laboratory.
• Microbiological analyses of samples (weighing out, plating out, PCR, etc.).
• Chemical analyses of samples.
• Reading and recording sample results (reading plates,Petrifilms, PCR, etc.).
• Passing completed sample results (job packs) to Laboratory Manager.
• Cleaning of laboratory suites (including sweeping and washing floors, washing glass partitions, emptying bins, etc.). Ensuring safe removal of laboratory waste.
• Calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Dealing with all aspects of laboratory glassware, including washing, sorting and disposal/recycling..
• Recording of data for laboratory records (recording daily incubator temperature readings, etc.).
• Processing laboratory paperwork, customer reports, etc.
• Preparation of laboratory report templates.
• Sample reception and booking in of customer samples.
• Liaising with customers where required.
• Compliance with all health and safety rules and procedures.
• Auditing and Quality Control in support of UKAS accreditation, including horizontal, vertical and test witnessing audits.
• Any other duties as may be requested by the Laboratory Manager.
• Full training will be given where necessary.
• This job description is not intended to be a complete list of duties but is meant as a guide. The job description will be reviewed and duties may change after consultation.