Our public sector client is currently seeking an Assistant Scientific Office to join them on in their Stormont location.

This role is temporary ongoing Mon- Fri 9-5

Rate of pay £ 11.99ph

This role is based in the clients Diagnostic Virology section. DSIB virology section is also an approved designated laboratory for testing bovine tissue samples for the presence of BVDV as part of the compulsory BVD virus eradication programmed in Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland & Scotland.

Job description

1. Collection, sorting and opening of samples, recording any non-conformances on Excel spreadsheets and alerting the Lab Manager.

2. Data input (logon) into the DSIB DU Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). Clear labelling of samples.

3. Preparation of samples for testing.

4. Carry out a broad range of microbiological techniques.

5. Work to standards required by ISO17025

6. Ability to work as part of a team delivering diagnostic results within specific time schedule

7. Adherence to health and safety regulations for microbiological laboratories

8. Maintenance of laboratory records. This involves working with Excel spreadsheets, scanning, filing and emailing paperwork to clients.

9. Disposal of laboratory waste and responsibility for routine cleanliness, calibration and maintenance of laboratory instrumentation

10. Any other duties as required.

Essential Criteria

A minimum of 5 GCSE’s including a science subject

A general science background would be beneficial

Experience of working in a laboratory environment would be beneficial

Effective communication skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Ability to work flexible working hours