Senior Assistant Scientist

1 week ago


Exeter, United Kingdom Environment Agency Full time

You will be expected to support the Scientists in the day to day running of the microbiology and molecular biology team, with an especial focus on delivering bathing waters analysis and pollution investigations.
Based in the microbiology & molecular biology team, your work will involve all aspects of routine work and maintaining our UKAS 17025 accreditation. Strong organisational skills and excellent teamwork are also important, together with a flexible approach, the ability to learn quickly and to work independently and co-operatively within the larger team to achieve common goals There is an expectation that you will work towards becoming a Registered Scientist with the Institute of Science and Technology as part of your own development.

The team
The Monitoring Laboratories consists of 4 sites across the country - Leeds, Brampton, Starcross and Exeter. The laboratories operate within the ISO/IEC 17025 framework. Starcross specialises in freshwater, saline and effluent analysis. Our microbiology & molecular biology team is responsible for a wide range of analytical methods that are essential in supporting the Environment Agency’s aims and objectives. It will be necessary to comply with Health and Safety standards, policies and procedures at all times

Experience/skills required

You will need to demonstrate the key capabilities as defined in the Job Profile which include Achieves Results, Communicates Effectively, Takes Decisions & Solves Problems, Focus on Efficiency, Innovation and Quality and Manage Your Health and Safety

Contact and additional information
The role will be based on a 37-hour week working Wednesday to Sunday May-September, Tuesday to Saturday October -April.

There will be a requirement to work overtime.

The site is served by regular public transport.

For further information please contact Louise Pearce on 02030250055 (55)



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