Microbiology Work, Jobs in London, Eng (with Salaries)

Assistant Healthcare Scientist
UK Health Security Agency —Colindale
- £29,613 - £30,266 a year
- Part-time
- Computer literacy
- Laboratory experience
- Presentation skills
11d
Microbiologist
Cara Technology —Leatherhead
- £26,000 - £28,000 a year
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- Quality control
- In-person
- Flexible schedule
- Bereavement leave
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9d
Research Assistant or Associate for the PAiNTS human challenge study
Imperial College London —South Kensington
- £45,399 - £59,484 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Laboratory experience
- Research
6d
Laboratory Assistant
Cara Technology —Leatherhead
- £23,000 - £26,500 a year
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- No experience needed
- In-person
- Flexible schedule
- Bereavement leave
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9d
Research Assistant (0.5 FTE)
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine —London
- £39,984 - £45,728 a year
- Part-time
- Annual leave
4d
Microbiologist (Fixed term 12 month contract)
Haleon —Weybridge
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- Bachelor's degree
11d
Research Associate
Imperial College London —South Kensington
- £50,733 - £59,484 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Research
- Organisational skills
5d
Research Technician
Imperial College London —South Kensington
- £42,505 - £47,213 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Laboratory experience
- Research
12d
Food Microbiology Technician
Normec UK —Hemel Hempstead
- Heavy lifting
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Free parking
5d
Quality Control Officer
Vitabiotics —London
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuous improvement
- No degree
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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Bioinformatics Scientist
Basecamp Research —London
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Life insurance
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Biomedical Scientist (Night Shift)
Health Services Laboratories (HSL) —Watford
- Up to £65,889.70 a year
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
5d
Quality Lab Manager
Tropic Skincare —Croydon
- £45,000 - £50,000 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuous improvement
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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QA Executive
Crescent Pharma —Park Royal
- £30,000 - £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Continuous improvement
- Quality control
- Free parking
- Life insurance
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10d
Assistant/Associate Professor within Life Sciences
Imperial College London —South Kensington
- £73,194 - £82,954 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Research
- University
13d
Research Fellow
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine —London
- £45,728 - £51,872 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- English
- Travel
- Annual leave
Research Scientist (Virologist), Chem-Bio
AI Security Institute —London
- £61,620 - £74,605 a year
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Presentation skills
- AI
- Annual leave
13d
Senior Sterilization Validation Scientist - Microbiology & Sterilization
Convatec —London
- Full-time
- Remote
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuous improvement
Chief of Staff- Stride
Foundation Partners —London
- Hybrid work
- AI
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
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2d
Quality Analyst
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust —London
- £33,262 - £36,027 a year
- Full-time
- Quality control
- Hospice
- Teaching
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11d

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Assistant Healthcare Scientist

UK Health Security Agency -
Colindale

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Job details

Permanent | Part-time | Full-time
£29,613 - £30,266 a year
11 days ago

Benefits

Company pension
Pay rise

Qualifications

Labelling
Computer literacy
Infection prevention & control
Laboratory experience
Laboratory information management systems
Quality assurance
Presentation skills
Data entry
Organisational skills
Laboratory consumables stocking
Multidisciplinary collaboration
Communication skills
COSHH compliance

Full job description

Details

Reference number

477239

Salary

£29,613 - £30,266

per annum, pro rata (+MPS to bring salary min to £32,578, reviewed annually)

A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%

GBP

Job grade

Administrative Officer

Contract type

Permanent

Type of role

Science

Working pattern

Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time

Number of jobs available

Location
About the job
Benefits
Things you need to know
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Location

Colindale (Scientific Campus)

About the job

Job summary

We pride ourselves as being an employer of choice, where Everyone Matters promoting equality of opportunity to actively encourage applications from everyone, including groups currently underrepresented in our workforce.

UKHSA ethos is to be an inclusive organisation for all our staff and stakeholders. To create, nurture and sustain an inclusive culture, where differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our workforce and wider communities. We do this through celebrating and protecting differences by removing barriers and promoting equity and equality of opportunity for all.

The Assistant Healthcare Scientist/Healthcare Scientist Support Worker will work within the Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIRL) Reference Unit, supporting the delivery of UKHSA's national reference laboratory service for bacterial sexually transmitted infections. Working under supervision and following appropriate training and competency assessment, the post holder will undertake routine laboratory support activities in accordance with standard operating procedures, contributing to the safe, efficient and timely delivery of microbiology and molecular diagnostic services.

The role includes receiving, preparing and processing clinical specimens, undertaking routine laboratory procedures, maintaining laboratory equipment and consumables, recording laboratory information using the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), and supporting specimen storage and archiving. The post holder will assist in maintaining laboratory quality, health and safety standards, participate in routine quality assurance activities, and contribute to the day-to-day running of the laboratory.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the successful candidate will develop their technical knowledge and practical skills through structured training while supporting the delivery of a high-quality national reference and surveillance service for bacterial sexually transmitted infections.

Job description

Assist in the delivery of UKHSA's national reference and surveillance services for bacterial sexually transmitted infections by undertaking routine laboratory support activities in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Receive, prepare, process and track clinical specimens, maintaining accurate laboratory records using the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
Perform routine microbiological, molecular and serological laboratory procedures following appropriate training, competency assessment and supervision.
Support the day-to-day operation of the laboratory, including stock management, preparation of reagents and consumables, equipment monitoring, specimen archiving and waste disposal.
Contribute to maintaining laboratory quality, health and safety standards by following UKHSA policies, quality management procedures and accreditation requirements.
Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, responding to routine enquiries and providing support to colleagues to ensure an efficient laboratory service.
Participate in mandatory training, competency assessments and continuous development to enhance technical knowledge and laboratory skills.
Undertake other duties appropriate to the grade to support service delivery, business continuity and the effective operation of the laboratory

This list is not exhaustive.

The Assistant Healthcare Scientist/Healthcare Scientist Support Worker will support the delivery of UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) national reference laboratory services for bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Working under the supervision of senior scientific staff, the post holder will undertake routine laboratory support activities that contribute to the efficient, safe and timely operation of the Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIRL) Reference Unit.

Laboratory Support

Receive, label, prepare and process clinical specimens in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Perform routine laboratory procedures following appropriate training, competency assessment and supervision.
Assist with the preparation of laboratory media, reagents and consumables required for diagnostic and reference testing.
Accurately enter and maintain laboratory records using the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and other laboratory databases.
Support specimen receipt, storage, archiving and disposal, including maintaining paper and electronic archive systems.
Record routine laboratory findings and enter results onto LIMS where no scientific interpretation is required, following established procedures.
Respond to routine laboratory enquiries and assist with the receipt of visitors, deliveries and service engineers as required.

Laboratory Operations

Assist with the day-to-day running of the laboratory to ensure an efficient and effective service.
Monitor laboratory stock levels and assist with ordering, receiving and storing consumables and equipment.
Carry out routine equipment checks and basic maintenance following training, reporting faults or discrepancies to senior staff.
Ensure work areas are maintained in a clean, safe and organised condition.
Participate in internal and external quality assurance activities where appropriate.

Quality, Health and Safety

Work in accordance with UKHSA policies, laboratory SOPs and quality management procedures.
Comply with Health and Safety legislation, COSHH requirements and infection prevention and control procedures.
Participate in routine quality assurance activities and maintain accurate laboratory documentation.
Report equipment faults, incidents or health and safety concerns to an appropriate member of staff.

Team Working and Communication

Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary laboratory team to support the delivery of national reference and surveillance services.
Communicate effectively with colleagues and respond appropriately to routine operational requests.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues across the department.

Training and Development

Participate in induction, mandatory training and competency assessments appropriate to the role.
Maintain and develop technical knowledge and practical laboratory skills through continuous learning and development.
Participate in team meetings and contribute positively to service improvement activities where appropriate.

General Responsibilities

Maintain confidentiality and comply with UKHSA Information Governance requirements.
Demonstrate UKHSA values and behaviours in all aspects of work.
Work flexibly to support service delivery and business continuity.
Undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade and responsibilities of the post.

Person specification

Essential Criteria

GCSEs (or equivalent qualification) including English, Mathematics and Science at Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent experience in a lab based role.
Ability to follow standard operating procedures accurately and work to a high standard of attention to detail.
Good organisational and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Basic IT skills, with the ability to accurately record information using computer systems.
Ability to work safely and follow laboratory health and safety procedures.
Willingness to undertake training, competency assessments and continuous professional development.
Flexible approach to work, with the ability to support changing service priorities and business continuity

Desirable Criteria

Previous experience working in a laboratory, healthcare or scientific environment.
Experience of handling clinical specimens or working within a diagnostic or research laboratory.
Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) or other electronic record systems.
Awareness of laboratory quality systems, infection prevention and control, and health and safety requirements.
Experience of working within a regulated or accredited environment, such as UKAS ISO 15189.
Awareness of bacterial sexually transmitted infections and antimicrobial resistance

Benefits

Alongside your salary of £29,613, UK Health Security Agency contributes £8,578 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides .

Learning and development tailored to your role
An environment with flexible working options
A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%

Things you need to know

Artificial intelligence

Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.

Selection process details

This vacancy will be assessed using a competency-based framework which will assess your qualifications, knowledge and experience and / or skills and abilities outlined in the essential criteria.

Stage 1: Application & Sift

You will be required to complete an application form. You will be assessed on the listed 7 essential criteria, and this will be in the form of a:

Application form (Employer/ Activity history section on the application)
700 word supporting statement.

This should outline how you consider your skills, experience and knowledge provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria.

You will receive a joint score for your application form and statement. (The application form is the kind of information you would put into your C.V please be advised you will not be able to upload your CV. Please complete the application form in as much detail as possible). Please do not email us your CV.

Healthjobs UK has a word limit of 1500, but your supporting statement must be no more than 700 words. We will not consider any words over 700 words.

Longlisting

In the event of a large number of applications we will longlist into 3 piles of:

Meets all essential criteria
Meets some essential criteria
Meets no essential criteria

If used, the pile Meets all essential criteria will proceed to shortlisting.

Shortlisting

In the event of a large number of applications we may conduct an initial sift, on the lead criteria of:

GCSEs (or equivalent qualification) including English, Mathematics and Science at Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent experience in a lab based role
Ability to follow standard operating procedures accurately and work to a high standard of attention to detail.
Good organisational and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable criteria may be used in the event of a large number of applications/large amount of successful candidates.

If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to interview & assessment.

Feedback will not be provided at this stage.

Stage 2: Interview

You will be invited to a single face to face interview at our scientific campus in Colindale, 61 Colindale Avenue, London, NW9 5EQ

If face to face interviews are planned, in exceptional circumstances, we may be able to offer a remote interview.

Knowledge, experience, skills & abilities will be tested at interview

Interviews dates to be confirmed.

Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.

Location

This role is being offered as lab based at our Scientific Campus in Colindale. Please note hybrid working is not available for this role.

Security Clearance Level Requirement

Successful candidates must pass a basic disclosure and barring security check before they can be appointed.

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is Counter-Terrorist Check.

Based at our scientific campus, you will be required to have a Counter Terrorism Check security vetting check as a minimum. For meaningful National Security Vetting checks to be carried out individuals need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time. You should normally have been resident in the United Kingdom for the last 3 years as the role requires Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) clearance. In exceptional circumstances UK residency less than the outlined periods may not necessarily bar you from gaining national security vetting and applicants should contact the Vacancy Holder/Recruiting Manager listed in the advert for further advice.

Eligibility Criteria

External: Open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including internal applicants).

Salary Information

If you are successful at interview, and are moving from another government department, NHS, or Local Authority, the relevant starting salary principles for level transfers or promotions will apply. Otherwise, roles are offered at the pay scale minimum for the grade, but in exceptional circumstances there may be flexibility if you are able to demonstrate you are already in receipt of an existing, higher salary. Pay increases are through the relevant annual pay award for the role and terms.

This role offers Market Pay Supplement (MPS) to raise the total minimum pay to £32,578 per annum, pro rata to be reviewed annually.

Qualifications and Registrations

For roles where specific qualifications or registrations are required, successful applicants will be asked to provide appropriate evidence. Employment cannot commence until satisfactory documentation has been received and verified.

Future location

UKHSA is investing in a new state-of-the-art National Biosecurity Centre in Harlow, Essex, which will eventually bring together teams currently based at Canary Wharf, Colindale and Porton Down. For more details, please see: Huge biosecurity centre investment to boost pandemic protection - GOV.UK

The new facilities will start becoming operational in the mid-2030s, with full completion by 2038. Staff will move in phases as facilities become available. If you're appointed to a role currently based at Canary Wharf, Colindale or Porton Down, please note that we'll continue investing in these sites for the next decade. As we get closer to the transition, we'll provide full information about relocation support available to staff.

Reasonable Adjustments

The Civil Service is committed to making sure that our selection methods are fair to everyone. To help you during the recruitment process, we will consider any reasonable adjustments that could help you. An adjustment is a change to the recruitment process or an adjustment at work. This is separate to the Disability Confident Scheme. If you need an adjustment to be made at any point during the recruitment process you should contact the recruitment team in confidence as soon as possible to discuss your needs.

You can find out more information about reasonable adjustments across the Civil Service here: Reasonable Adjustments , Civil Service Careers

International Police check

If you have spent more than 6 months abroad over the last 3 years you may need an International Police Check. This would not necessarily have to be in a single block, and it could be time accrued over that period.

Internal Fraud Check

If successful for this role as one aspect of pre-employment screening, applicants personal details name, national insurance number and date of birth - will be checked against the Cabinet Office Internal Fraud Hub, and anyone included on the database will be refused employment unless they can show exceptional circumstances. Currently this is only for external candidates to the Civil Service.

Careers website

Please visit our careers site for more information UKHSA Hub , Civil Service Careers

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a basic (or equivalent) criminal record check.

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is counter-terrorist check .

See our vetting charter .

People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Nationality requirements

This job is broadly open to the following groups:

UK nationals
nationals of the Republic of Ireland
nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service

Further information on nationality requirements

Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.

We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles .

The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy .

Apply and further information

The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window).

Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.

Contact point for applicants

Job contact :

Name : Timor Miakhel
Email : [email protected]

Recruitment team

Email : [email protected]

Further information

The law requires that selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit on the basis of fair and open competition as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's Recruitment Principles. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles, and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you should contact the UKHSA Complaints team via email at: [email protected]
If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission. Visit the Civil Service Commission website for further information: Home - Civil Service Commission

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