Company Description
Eurofins Scientific is a leading international group of laboratories with over EUR 2.4 billion annual sales and over 30,000 employees with a network of 375 laboratories in 41 countries.
Eurofins has a network of 16 sites in the UK and the Group provides an unparalleled range of over 100,000 reliable and validated analytical methods and support services to the pharmaceutical, food, environmental and consumer product industries, and to governments.
Eurofins Forensic Services (EFS) offers a service for the screening of bovine, ovine and caprine brainstem samples (taken from fallen stock, i.e. animals which have been found dead or from animals slaughtered at abattoirs) for the presence of indicators of TSE (Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathy).
The testing is carried out using a documented European Commission approved procedure. The screening of samples for the presence of BSE (Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy) and Scrapie takes place in a high throughput, purpose built category 3 facility, with a dedicated, experienced TSE team.
Job Description
Salary: Competitive
Location: UK, Birchwood Park
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, full-time
Closing date: 6 February 2024
The Role
An opportunity has arisen for an analyst for TSE (transmissible spongiform encephalopathy) testing to join the laboratory testing team based in Birchwood Park.
The role comprises the examination of animal tissue for the presence of indicators of TSE using a documented European Commission approved procedure, namely the IDEXX HerdChek Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy–Scrapie Antigen Test Kit. This role is specific to the methods and processes used in the analysis of brainstem samples submitted for testing and also includes some in-team support tasks, including, but not limited to, laboratory cleaning and reagent preparation.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities
- To undertake testing and documentation of samples with minimal supervision, as per standard operating procedures to required timescales, following suitable training and demonstrable competencies.
- Maintenance of and adherence to safety and quality systems.
- To undertake support tasks as required by management. Assisting with laboratory housekeeping duties including preparation of reagents, maintenance of equipment and laboratory cleaning.
- Be responsible for the integrity and traceability of samples.
- Communicate with colleagues as appropriate throughout the testing process and associated tasks.
- To contribute to an effective level of service to customers.
Qualifications
Knowledge, Experience and Technical Skills
The post is suited to people with well-developed practical skills and a strong commitment to work at the bench in a high throughput laboratory. They will need to be able to work well as a member of a team and collaborate closely with colleagues performing similar roles. GLP is paramount in this working environment to ensure the integrity and traceability of the sample types received for testing. A major function will be to carry out analyses according to the approved protocol for sample preparation and analytical methodology prescribed (ELISA). A practical background in the analysis of biological materials is advantageous but not essential as training will be provided. Experience of LIMS would be advantageous.
Person Specification
- Demonstrate ownership of issues that arise day to day, escalating only when necessary
- Display patience, determination, attention to detail and integrity at all times
- Exhibit high levels of concentration, accuracy and reliability
- Able to manage a demanding workload; show good organisational skills and high levels of personal resilience with the ability to work to deadlines under pressure
- Communicate and work co-operatively with others, focussing on a collective rather than individual goals
- Demonstrate initiative, adopting a pro-active attitude to continuous improvement
The job holder will be able to demonstrate the following behaviours in line with EFS’s values:
- Customer Focus
- Quality
- Competence
- Team Spirit
- Integrity
Additional Information
Company Benefits
In return for your hard work and loyal service, we will offer you genuine career and salary progression through our Career Pathways programme, a competitive salary, and a selection of employee benefits via our flexible benefits menu which includes cycle to work, give as you earn, purchase and sell holiday. In addition, we also offer the following:
- Life Assurance (3 times annual salary)
- Scottish Widows Company Pension Plan
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Employee Service Recognition Rewards
- Celebrating employee work anniversaries at Eurofins Forensic Services Perk box membership providing access to discount vouchers, reward & flexi points and wellness hub
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Healthcare Cash Plan membership
- Enhanced company sick, maternity and paternity pay scheme
- Refer a friend scheme
- Subscription to mental wellbeing support
Important Notice for Candidates
Due to the highly sensitive nature of the work we undertake on-site, applicants should note that security clearance will be required for this role. To gain security clearance you must have five years continuous residency in the UK. Security clearance is undertaken by a third party to police personnel vetting standards (NPPV3 and SC), as such any criminal convictions may prevent you from gaining security clearance.
Further information on the security clearance process and requirement can be found at https://www.warwickshire.police.uk/police-forces/warwickshire-police/areas/warwickshire-police/about-us/about-us/police-national-vetting-service/.
In addition, they may be required to undertake drug and alcohol testing prior to commencing employment. The organisation treats personal data collected during the recruitment process in accordance with its data protection policy. Information about how your data is used and the basis for processing your data is provided in the organisation’s applicant privacy notice.
Find out more in our Eurofins career page: https://careers.eurofins.com/
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