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Senior Microbiologist Technician (Fixed Term Contract - 2 months rolling)
Caerphilly
£27,000 per annum
Yolk Recruitment is excited to be hiring on behalf of our client in the biotechnology industry. This is a great opportunity to join a company that's making a positive global impact. As a Senior Microbiology Technician, you'll play a crucial role in enzyme development projects, combining your technical expertise with the chance to contribute to innovative solutions.
This is what you'll be doing as a Senior Microbiologist Technician
- Independently performing essential microbiology tasks such as DNA transformations, shake flask setups, and sampling.
- Conducting PCR assays, SDS-PAGE, Bradford protein assays, and glycerol stock preparation.
- Preparing media and agar plates with precision and care.
- Ensuring data reliability through accurate record-keeping and analysis of laboratory work.
- Supporting enzyme development and production with robust purity testing techniques, including streaking for single colonies, microscopy analysis, and more.
What you'll bring to the team as Senior Microbiologist Technician
- A Master's or PhD in Microbiology (essential).
- A strong foundation in microbiology and molecular biology principles, with hands-on experience in aseptic techniques.
- Previous experience in a microbiology lab, ideally 2-3 years, with proficiency in core microbiology tasks.
- A commitment to Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and meticulous housekeeping standards.
- The ability to work independently and produce high-quality, reliable results.
This is what you'll get in return
- 25 days annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays.
- Opportunities to gain industry experience as part of an exciting, dynamic lab.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- The chance to work on exciting projects that have a meaningful impact across multiple industries.
If you feel you have the skills, experience, and passion to be successful in this Quality Manager role apply now by sending your CV or calling me directly on .
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