Pathogens Team Leader

Responsibilities

• Lead and support laboratory activities relating to pathogen testing and microbiological investigations
• Organise and manage team workloads to ensure business targets and client deadlines are achieved
• Perform and oversee microbiological testing including TVC, Bacillus, Listeria, and Yeasts and Moulds
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment such as ELISA and MALDI-TOF
• Perform biochemical confirmation stages for Listeria, Salmonella, and Staphylococcus aureus
• Provide technical guidance, training, and support to laboratory team members
• Monitor laboratory systems to ensure processes are completed within agreed turnaround times
• Ensure all work complies with HSE, Quality, Regulatory, and Accreditation requirements

Requirements

• 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including Science, English, and Mathematics
• Proven experience working within a microbiology and/or pathogen laboratory environment
• Demonstrated competency in biochemical confirmation and investigative microbiology
• Experience using ELISA, MALDI-TOF, and biochemical identification methods
• Proficiency with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and Microsoft Office
• Sound understanding of Quality Assurance and experience working to ISO 9001 or ISO 17025 standards
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload and work on your own initiative

Benefits

• Annual Leave commencing at 20 days with the ability to buy additional leave
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme
• Salary Progression Scheme based on technical and behavioural competencies
• Perkbox membership providing access to discount vouchers and a wellbeing hub
• Learning and study support
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• On-site car parking

About the Company

ALS is a global leader in testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in a wide range of industries around the world. With over 20,000 team members across 70 countries, we use advanced technologies and innovative methods to help our clients leverage data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world.