Microbiology Graduate

£27,000

+ Employee benefits

Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire

Microbiology

Campden BRI offer microbiology analytical testing and consultancy services, including: analytical testing, safety and spoilage, molecular and microbiology methods, emerging microbiology, brewing microbiology research, industrial heat process microbiology and quality laboratory audit.

What you’ll be doing

Carry out practical laboratory work on contract studies using a variety of microbiological and molecular techniques (circa 80% of the role)
Support Campden-funded and member-funded research projects, including data interpretation and report writing
Perform scheduled calibration checks, laboratory monitoring, and routine equipment maintenance
Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation in line with UKAS and company quality standards
Liaise with internal teams and external clients, including delivering practical demonstrations to auditors and visiting clients
Contribute to stock management, ordering consumables and reagents cost-effectively

What we’re looking for

A relevant science degree or equivalent qualification and/or practical laboratory experience
Experience working within a recognised quality system (e.g. UKAS, ISO 9000)
Competency working with spoilage organisms and foodborne pathogens, including knowledge of appropriate media, incubation conditions, and temperatures
Strong data calculation and interpretation skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Ability to troubleshoot routine laboratory issues and escalate appropriately
Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams

What we offer

Reward platform with employee discounts and rewards
25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
Buy and sell holiday scheme
A generous work save pension scheme, with employee contributions matched by the company up to 10%
Culture focus around work/life balance (early finish Fridays)
Subsidised onsite restaurant

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