We are seeking a Microbiologist on a 12 month fixed term contract working 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday with no weekend or shift work required.
Every day, organisations around the world rely on accurate testing results to protect public health, food safety, environmental monitoring and product quality.
At LGC Standards, we provide proficiency testing schemes and reference materials that help laboratories assess and improve the quality of their testing. Our products support customers across multiple industries and contribute to our vision of science for a safer world.
Job DescriptionThis is an excellent opportunity for a microbiology graduate or early-career scientist looking to develop their laboratory experience within a supportive and collaborative environment.
Working alongside experienced colleagues, you'll contribute to the production and testing of microbiological samples used in LGC Axio Proficiency Testing schemes and maintaining our ISO 17043 and ISO 17034 accredited quality systems.
What you'll be doing
- Carrying out a range of routine microbiology techniques, including aseptic work, dilution preparation, sub-culturing, plate reading and microorganism identification.
- Producing microbiological proficiency testing and reference material samples to defined specifications.
- Performing quality control testing to ensure products meet the required standards.
- Supporting preservation activities, including freeze-drying microorganisms.
- Maintaining laboratory reagents, consumables and stock levels.
- Ensuring laboratory cleanliness, hygiene and safety standards are maintained.
- Completing laboratory documentation and records accurately.
- Contributing to continuous improvement activities within the laboratory.
- Supporting compliance with accredited quality systems and laboratory procedures.
- Working collaboratively with colleagues to achieve team objectives and deliver high-quality products for our customers.
What we're looking for
- A degree in Microbiology or a related Life Sciences subject, or equivalent laboratory experience.
- Experience working in a laboratory environment, either through employment, industrial placement or academic projects.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
- Good organisational skills and the ability to manage priorities effectively.
- A proactive and flexible approach to learning and problem solving.
- Confidence working independently and as part of a team.
- Basic IT skills and experience maintaining accurate records.
Why join us?
- Gain hands-on microbiology experience within an internationally recognised scientific organisation.
- Work with experienced scientists in a supportive team environment.
- Develop your knowledge of certified quality frameworks and laboratory standards.
- Build experience across microbiological production, testing and quality control activities.
- Enjoy a stable Monday-Friday working pattern with no shift work or weekend requirements.
- Contribute to products that support laboratory quality and scientific excellence globally.
Our values
- PASSION
- CURIOSITY
- INTEGRITY
- BRILLIANCE
- RESPECT
Equal opportunities
We are committed to ensuring that every job applicant and employee is valued for their individual talents. We strictly prohibit discrimination on the basis of age, disability, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or parental status, religion, or belief. We proudly support an inclusive work environment where everyone can compete and succeed based on their merits.
For more information about us, please visit our website www.lgcstandards.com
Skills Required
- Degree in Microbiology or a related Life Sciences subject, or equivalent laboratory experience
- Laboratory experience through employment, industrial placement, or academic projects
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach
- Good organizational skills and ability to manage priorities
- Proactive and flexible approach to learning and problem solving
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Basic IT skills and experience maintaining accurate records
LGC Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about LGC and has not been reviewed or approved by LGC.
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Healthcare Strength — Health, dental, and vision coverage with FSA/HSA options are consistently part of the package, and private medical is cited where applicable in the UK. Coverage is often characterized as solid alongside other core benefits.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with employer contribution in the U.S. and pension schemes in the UK, complemented by life and disability insurance. These elements are highlighted as part of a standard-to-competitive core package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, holidays, sick leave, and family leave are broadly available, with some sites offering a year‑end shutdown. Flexibility and local leave programs contribute to a generally well-rounded time‑off offering.
LGC Insights
What We Do
LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality and range. LGC’s tools play a key role in customer workflows from discovery applications through to commercial manufacture and enable its customers to: bring new diagnostics and therapies to market; progress research and development; optimise food production; and continuously monitor and enhance the quality of food, the environment and consumer products. LGC’s 175+ years of scientific heritage, combined with a track record of innovation and value-enhancing acquisitions, has enabled the company to build its product portfolio and expertise, and develop deep relationships with customers, industry partners and the global scientific community. LGC’s core purpose of Science for a safer world and its core values of passion, curiosity, integrity, brilliance and respect, drive its culture. As of 30 June 2021, it employs 4,350 employees, of which over 1,175 employees hold PhD and/or master’s degrees. Its products and services are delivered by highly qualified and experienced teams, operating from a global network of accredited sites that showcase its scientific and manufacturing capabilities.
