Microbiologist

Business Back Up Professional Appointments Ltd ,
Speke, Liverpool, Merseyside
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Contract Type: Contract
Salary: £13.1 per hour

Overview

Our client a global biotech company based in Speke are looking for a Microbiologist to join their microbiology department and perform QC laboratory tests on in-process, intermediate and finished vaccine products. This role is to start as soon as possible and to last for 3 months (possible longer). There is also a possibility of other opportunities arising from the position for the right candidate. The role is paying between £13.11 - £18.89 dependant on experience. Please do not apply for this role unless you are available immediately/on a 1 weeks notice AND are able to commit to shift work Working patterns will vary dependent on the area but will be a mix of: Days (Monday - Thursday 8am - 4.45pm, Friday 8am - 1pm) paying between £13.11 - £14.20 per hour Shift 1 - Days 2 on 2 off (hours depend on area) the rate will range from £16.00 - £17.32 per hour Shift 2 - 2 days 2 nights, 2 on 2 off - £17.44 - 18.89 per hour. Key Responsibilities: To perform accurate and reliable laboratory tests and generate results to cGMP standard by entering and authorising test data. Including the investigation of any invalid, OOS/OOT results within the GLIMS system, in accordance with current company requirements and SOPs To consult with QA and where required initiate Sentry investigations where deviations have occurred To ensure that the maintenance, qualification and calibration of laboratory equipment used is up to date and at the required GMP standards To use only approved and validated assay processes and reagents To participate in laboratory administration, including the complete and review of log books and PCS alarms generated progression of Change Controls, SOP reviews and closure of assigned Corrective/Preventative actions To participate in department housekeeping activities, such as cleaning, ordering and maintenance of stocks To participate in planning and execution of ad hoc projects such as technical and validation studies To troubleshoot in the resolution of testing problems where required To maintain responsibility for upkeep of training records Key Skills/Experience: Experienced in the relevant testing discipline within the Pharmaceutical industry is essential Experience of Quality Control testing techniques Experience in cGMP environment or Industry practices Awareness of test and equipment validation Knowledge of continuous improvement and root cause analysis techniques Educated to NVQ level 2 or equivalent in a relevant scientific discipline as a minimum requirement Computer Literate Bio-assay experience is essential

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