Company Description

Eurofins Forensic Services (EFS) is the largest forensic service provider in the UK and Europe. We are part of Eurofins Scientific, which is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on and forensics. Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate. Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies.

In over 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 61,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of ca. 900 laboratories in 61 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products. In 2022, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.7 billion and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for an Analyst for TSE (transmissible spongiform encephalopathy) to join our fantastic team at our site based in Birchwood Park. If you are passionate about a rewarding career in laboratory testing and want to use your expertise to its full potential, then this is a great opportunity to join a well-established and successful market leading company.

This is a truly exciting time to begin or continue your career with our first-class business, as a TSE Analyst. The role comprises the examination of animal tissue for the presence of indicators of TSE using a documented European Commission approved procedure. This role is specific to the methods and processes used in the analysis of brainstem samples submitted for testing and also includes some in-team support tasks, including, but not limited to, laboratory cleaning and reagent preparation.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

The successful candidate will also be expected to carry out the following:

Undertake testing and documentation of samples with minimal supervision, as per standard operating procedures to required timescales, following suitable training and demonstrable competencies.Maintenance of and adherence to safety and quality systems.To undertake support tasks as required by management. Assisting with laboratory housekeeping duties including preparation of reagents, maintenance of equipment and laboratory cleaning.Be responsible for the integrity and traceability of samples.Communicate with colleagues as appropriate throughout the testing process and associated tasks.To contribute to an effective level of service to customers.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone with well-developed practical skills and a strong commitment to work at the bench in a high throughput laboratory. They will need to be able to work well as a member of a team and collaborate closely with colleagues performing similar roles.  GLP is paramount in this working environment to ensure the integrity and traceability of the sample types received for testing. A major function will be to carry out analyses according to the approved protocol for sample preparation and analytical methodology prescribed (ELISA).  A practical background in the analysis of biological materials is advantageous but not essential as training will be provided. Experience of LIMS would be advantageous. The successful candidate should:

Demonstrate ownership of issues that arise day to day, escalating only when necessaryDisplay patience, determination, attention to detail and integrity at all timesExhibit high levels of concentration, accuracy and reliabilityAble to manage a demanding workload; show good organisational skills and high levels of personal resilience with the ability to work to deadlines under pressureCommunicate and work co-operatively with others, focussing on a collective rather than individual goalsDemonstrate initiative, adopting a pro-active attitude to continuous improvement

The role is suited to someone who is highly motivated, enthusiastic and possesses the competence and team spirit to support others and contribute to a positive culture. Here at EFS integrity and customer focus is at the heart of everything we do.

Additional Information

Due to the highly sensitive nature of the work, applicants should note that security clearance is required for this role. To gain security clearance you must have five years continuous residency in the UK. Security clearance is undertaken by a third party to police personnel vetting standards (NPPV/3 and SC), as such any criminal convictions may prevent you from gaining security clearance. Further information on the security clearance process and requirement can be found at https://www.warwickshire.police.uk/police-forces/warwickshire-police/areas/warwickshire-police/about-us/about-us/police-national-vetting-service/. In addition, all successful applicants will be required to undertake drug and alcohol testing prior to commencing employment.

In return for your hard work and loyal service, we will offer you a competitive salary, and a selection of employee benefits via our flexible benefits menu which includes cycle to work, give as you earn, volunteering days, buy and sell holiday. In addition, we also offer the following:

Life Assurance (3 times annual salary)Scottish Widows Company Pension Plan25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing to a maximum of 30 days)Employee length of service awards and yearly recognition schemes, celebrating work anniversaries here at EFS.Employee tech schemeDiscount vouchers and flexi reward points on our employee wellness hubEveryone who joins EFS will have access to Perkbox allowing you to save money all year round on a wide range of perks such as supermarket savings, days out or your daily coffeeLearning and study supportEmployee Assistance ProgrammeHealth Cash Plan membershipEnhanced company sick, maternity and paternity pay schemeRefer a friend schemeSubscription to mental health support and wellbeingFree on-site car parking