23n/mrco - Microbiologist

We require two highly motivated and dedicated individuals to work within our busy Microbiology Laboratory and culture bio-banking facility. The core function of the facility is the culturing, identification and bio-banking of bacterial and fungal isolates related to the infection arrays being developed at Randox.

This role will be based at our Science Park site based in Antrim, Northern Ireland.

**The Role**:

- Isolate and maintain cultures of bacteria/other microorganisms for R&D and commercial.
- Identify and classify of microorganisms using microbiological, biochemical, and molecular methods.
- Implement and maintain accurate stock control and data-base records for microbiological control material.
- Maintain extensive and accurate laboratory records of methods, experimental details, results, and data analysis.
- Always adhere to laboratory standard operating procedures/work instructions to ensure consistency of results and to satisfy regulatory compliance requirements.
- Assist with other duties in relation to microbiological quality and laboratory management, as appropriate.
- Prepare and effectively communicate laboratory results to peers and management.
- Contribute research ideas and actively participate in the planning of research activity.
- Participate in writing of scientific reports and presentations.
- Assist the introduction and evaluation of novel procedures, as required from time to time.
- Essential: _
- Experience in data management and proficiency in Microsoft Word.
- Possess excellent aseptic techniques and ability to perform a broad range of standard and specialised microbiological techniques, according to standard operating procedures.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Experience in the management and safe handling of clinical samples.
- Desirable: _
- Masters degree or higher in Molecular
- Previous experience working in a microbiology laboratory.
- Experience working with anaerobic bacteria and fungi would be an advantage.

**About Randox**:
An international company operating in over 145 countries that continues to have unparalleled growth, Randox Laboratories has been the heartbeat of the UK’s National COVID Testing Programme throughout the pandemic. In early 2020 Randox recognised the threat from COVID-19 and, based on over 40 years of diagnostic experience, quickly developed a test to accurately identify the virus. Testing at scale commenced within weeks to support the UK’s National Testing Programme and private clients alike. Through the enormous effort and commitment of its staff Randox is currently operating at a capacity of 180,000 COVID-19 samples per day, making it the most productive laboratory in the UK and Ireland and amongst the very largest in Europe.

Central to the Randox ethos is our drive and determination to improve healthcare worldwide and every one of our talented staff play a role in this. In order to serve our growing international markets, we require high calibre applicants with scientific, engineering, software and broader business skills - including sales, marketing, logistics, finance and many more. Join the Randox team and play your part in improving the health of millions.

Randox Laboratories Limited is an Equal Opportunities Employer.