MICROBIOLOGIST (12-month Contract) – HERTFORDSHIRE – Competitive RateAn exciting clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company are currently recruiting for a Microbiologist to join their microbiology team based in the Hertfordshire area, initially on a 12-month contract basis. As a Microbiologist you will provide essential support to the Microbiology team that allows the release of manufactured products. The role will include some involvement with microbial enumeration, microscopy & identification, Sterility testing, Bioburden testing, Endotoxin testing and Mycoplasma testing, but the key focus will be on working with Environmental Monitoring.
To be considered for the role candidates must have a BSc/MSc in a Life Sciences / Microbiology-related field. Knowledge and understanding of microbiological analysis and environmental monitoring, along with a detailed understanding of aseptic technique and practices within a Microbiology laboratory is required.In order to apply for this role please forward your CV to melissa@blackfieldassociates.com or call Melissa on +44 (0) 2392 322 306 for further details.
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Quality TechnicIan / QC Clevedon Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits My Client is a highly innovative manufacturer of products supplied to FMCG environments including Food and Drink. They are currently seeking a QC Technician who will join their QC team The role of the Quality TechnicIan / QC is part lab / part office based Quality TechnicIan / QC Responsibilities: QC testing of all materials and QC release and samples despatched to the Lab Setup and run the daily taste panel Carry out product testing including moisture, GCMS and others (if required training will be provided) Support the Production Team answering queries and processing paperwork Support the business with specific projects Ensure all factory retained samples are stored and catalogued Take microbiology swabs and water samples Preparation of samples for external testing Upload and maintain accurate data on file and within the Company IT platform Maintain and calibrate QC testing equipment Conduct factory audits Comply with all Company hygiene, environmental and health and safety requirements QC Technologist / Quality Technician Skills Required ·Previous Lab experience ideally in a food /drink environment. ·Full right to work in the UK ·Good computer skills and happy to carry out administration tasks. QC Technologist Salary and Benefits A competitive salary + excellent benefits This role is commutable from Bristol, Clevedon, Yatton, Weston Super Mare, Portishead and surrounding area s This role would suit a candidate seeking a role as a lab assistant, QC Technician, lab technician laboratory assistant, laboratory technician, product tester, quality assistant, quality controller, quality technician or development technician, chemistry graduate, biology graduate, microbiology, food science Grad ....Read more...
Are you a pharmacist or non-medical Independent Prescriber with experience in any of the following: Acute Medicine, Critical Care and Surgery, Microbiology Education and Training Lead, and NHS trust experience, seeking a new role?Details: Band: 7 and 8a and b roles available Role: Locum Pharmacist Prescriber Duration: Until substantive recruitment completed Start Date: ASAP Location: Croydon Hours: Full time/ Part time- 3/6 month contracts Rate: One London Cap Rate for band at £30-£40 per hour dependent on experienceWe are recruiting for 3 roles with breakdown per role availableBand 8 Acute Medicine - Main Duties of the Job: - Provide expert pharmaceutical advice to doctors, nurses, and pharmacists to ensure high-quality pharmaceutical care for patients. - Work as a non-medical Independent Prescriber (if qualified) within the agreed scope of clinical knowledge and competence. - Lead and manage the day-to-day delivery of clinical pharmacy services to Acute Medicine. - Develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate clinical governance initiatives to promote safe and appropriate use of medicines.Must Have Requirements: 1. GPhC registration 2. Previous hospital experience 3. EPMA (Cerner experience) 4. Ward-based clinical experienceBand 7 Specialist Clinical Pharmacist – Critical Care and SurgeryMain duties of the job: The post holder will deputize for the Lead Directorate Pharmacist in the delivery of the directorate responsibilities and duties and will assist in providing and maintaining a safe and efficient pharmaceutical service to a cohort of patients in accordance with Trust policies. This will include: reporting and analysis of medicines expenditure, clinical governance, and risk management. They will be specifically trained in critical care & surgery to provide support for the lead and less experienced pharmacists in these areas. Furthermore, the role will provide you with the opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary team where you can provide support for service development through projects, audits, and education. You will be able to learn from specialists and senior pharmacists to improve your knowledge and attain the required skills for your personal development.Must-Have Requirements: 1. GPhC registration 2. Previous hospital experience 3. EPMA (Cerner experience) 4. Ward-based clinical experienceBand 8a Lead Specialist Pharmacist – MicrobiologyMain duties of the job: - Provide expert leadership and specialist professional advice on antimicrobials. - Develop, manage, maintain, and evaluate services to ensure effective antimicrobial stewardship across the Trust. This includes liaising with clinicians, nursing, and other health and social care professionals in both primary and secondary care settings. - Make recommendations and support the development of necessary frameworks to ensure the safe management of antimicrobials through related strategy, policy, and training within the Trust. - Supervise Band 6 and 7 pharmacists and pre-registration pharmacists working across the Trust, as required. - Develop and deliver training sessions to registered healthcare professionals and non-registered staff within the Trust. - Contribute to the patient safety agenda and clinical governance agenda through interventions and optimizations of antimicrobial medication. - Provide professional advice to the Associate Chief Pharmacist for assuring compliance with NHSLA, CQC, and other standards relating to antimicrobials.Must-Have Requirements: 1. GPhC registration 2. Previous hospital experience 3. EPMA (Cerner experience) 4. Ward-based clinical experienceAdditional Information: - Multiple locum and permanent vacancies available across the UK which include NHS trust, Mental Health Providers, Primary care networks, Pharmaceutical companies, and more every week! - To explore current vacancies and submit your application, visitwww.servicecare.org.uk - If you do not find a suitable role listed but wish to be considered for future opportunities, please still get in touch.Benefits: - Four weekly payroll runs. - £250 training allowance. - Excellent pay rates. - Exceptional referral bonuses. - Specialists mental health consultants offering single point of contact. - Frequent notifications for upcoming opportunities via text and email. - Ltd & PAYE payment options available. - Nationwide provider of mental health staff to over 40 different NHS trusts offering mental health services and over 200 local authorities. - FREE DBS disclosures provided via fast track online services. - FREE Occupational Health Check and Immunizations.Are you happy with your current agency? At SCS, we believe in rewarding your loyalty and hard work! - £150 Agency Switch Bonus - If you're unhappy with your current agency or simply fancy a change, Service Care Solutions will give you £150 for bringing your current contract to us. - £250 Welcome Bonus - We are offering a Welcome Bonus of £250, paid after completion of two weeks in your new placement. - Refer a Friend (Earn up to £750 per Referral) - Simply refer your friend. If they get the role, we'll give you up to £750 per Referral.If this role sounds like a great fit for you, send your CV to brett.smith@servicecare.org.uk.Let's arrange a chat to discuss how we can support your new career move or gain some extra hours....Read more...
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced Infection Prevention and Control Clinical Nurse Specialists to join the IPC Service on the beautiful Island of Guernsey, in the Channel Islands.Reporting to and working closely with the Lead Nurse for Infection Prevention and Control you will;- provide specialist IPC and advice, and contribute to the education and training to all healthcare and other professionals within the Island health service.- develop innovative practice in IPC and provide specialist advice to support the assessment, planning and implementation of patient care.- work in partnership with the Microbiology Consultants and Public Health colleagues, to ensure a specialist IPC service and management of infection, communicable diseases, and non-infectious hazards to healthPlease note; Guernsey has adopted the AfC banding system, but have applied their own salary scale, as above.The current Guernsey Band 7 salary range is £52,932 to £69,605 plus an annual bonus of £1,605 Annual leave starts at 36 days up to 42 days with full credit for NHS service for annual leave and sick leave.The island of Guernsey is in the Channel Islands and has a population of 65,000. It has some of Britain's finest and best-kept beaches, an especially mild and sunny climate, and an offbeat, historic harbor town in St. Peter's Port, the island's capital.This unique integrated health service delivers a diverse range of services including diagnosing and treating patients in the island's acute hospital complex, and supporting people with in the wider community.Guernsey provides excellent patient care, supported by modern equipment and reliant on Healthcare professionals recruited to a high standard.Person requirements:Registered Nurse with full registration with the NMC.Current Band 6 experience (or non-NHS equivalent) of at least two years in an Infection Control role Completion or willingness to undertake a Masters level qualification in Infection ControlCompletion of a recognised Teaching and Assessing/Mentorship qualification.The benefits of working for The States of Guernsey include:– A higher-than-UK salary.– A generous bonus scheme; £1,605– A flat rate 20% income tax.– No Council tax or VAT– A relocation payment of £5,000*– On-site Staff Accommodation or a generous allowance for private rental accommodation*– A continental lifestyle, where the people are friendly, and crime is very low.*Full T&C in relocation directiveFor an insight into Jarrodean as a Consultancy and for a summary of all current roles visit jarrodean.comIf this role is not for you, please remember we offer a generous £500 Bonus for any successful friend or colleague referrals.....Read more...
