Job Description

Working hours are Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm.

Please note, this is a 3 Month Fixed Term Contract.

Whilst this role is based in Belfast, you may be required to travel to our Environment Testing site in Cork.

As a Principal Microbiologist you will be responsible for conducting microbiological testing and analysis on a wide range of environmental samples. You will ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards at all times.

• Perform routine and non-routine microbiological testing under standard methods compliant to ISO17025.
• Prepare and analyse samples to detect presence of microorganisms.
• Maintain and operate laboratory equipment such as autoclaves, incubators, and microscopes.
• Record and analyse data accurately and maintain detailed laboratory records and logs.
• Interpret results and report findings to supervisors or clients in a timely and accurate manner.
• Support method development, validation, and troubleshooting of microbiological techniques.
• Perform environmental monitoring and microbial limit testing, as required.
• Participate in internal and external audits and assist with corrective actions.
• Maintain sterile working conditions to avoid cross-contamination.Create a microbiology capability on time and on budget.
• To uphold and maintain company and customer confidentiality at all times.
• Maintain accurate and systematic records in accordance with documented procedures.
• Proactively investigate any faults or problems and if not resolved, report findings to Management without delay.
• Support the team leads with timely investigation of customer complaints, queries and other sources of non-conforming work.
• Ensure excellent standards of housekeeping and hygiene.