Microbiologist

About This Role

This microbiologist role involves a wide range of laboratory duties, from sample preparation and testing to result interpretation and quality control. The position offers exposure to diverse microbiological testing in food, water, environmental, and industrial sectors as the laboratory expands its capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct microbiological testing according to approved methods and laboratory procedures
• Perform microbiological analysis of food, water, environmental and other relevant samples
• Carry out sample preparation, media preparation, sterilisation and microbiological analysis
• Perform microbial enumeration, detection, isolation and identification as applicable
• Apply appropriate aseptic techniques and good microbiological laboratory practices
• Monitor laboratory environmental conditions and microbiological hygiene
• Maintain accurate test worksheets, records, controls and observations
• Interpret test results and investigate abnormal or unexpected findings
• Perform laboratory quality control and monitor analytical performance
• Participate in proficiency testing/interlaboratory comparison programmes

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Food Science, Biomedical Science, Life Sciences or a related discipline
• 3–5 years of relevant working experience, preferably in a commercial testing laboratory
• Experience in food, water, environmental, pharmaceutical or industrial microbiological testing is an advantage
• Strong practical knowledge of microbiological laboratory techniques
• Experience in microbial enumeration, culture, isolation and identification
• Good knowledge of aseptic techniques, media preparation and sterilisation
• Familiarity with ISO, MS, APHA, AOAC, BS, ASTM or other recognised microbiological testing standards
• Knowledge of MS ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory quality requirements
• Good analytical, documentation and problem-solving skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a technical team