High Wycombe (on-site) 3 month contract We have an exciting opportunity to join us as a Microbiology Technician at our site in High Wycombe. The role is initially for a 3 months contract to support delivery of a project for a large third party client. The role will include training in key microbiology laboratory techniques and procedures required for the project and as such an opportunity to broaden your knowledge and microbiological/laboratory skills for the future. The role involves handling samples from receipt at site and performing all stages of microbiological analysis following standardised protocols. Key tasks include: media preparation, booking samples into LIMS system, sample preparation, sample dilution, sample plating and plate counting functions, together with involvement in other laboratory tasks within the Microbiology laboratory. The role will require compliance of all tasks to our high quality standards aligned to ISO 17025 whilst ensuring H&S requirements are met. Do you offer….? Good attention to detail and record keeping Proven good organisational abilities and self motivated Logical approach to working Ability to work to agreed protocols and standards Ability to work accurately under pressure Good inter-personnel skills and good team-work Ability to multi-task Good practical skills Drive and enthusiasm to carry out tasks within this function