Microbiology Analyst

Ede

Fixed Term Contract

**MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES**

As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.

If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and to grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment, **join us**

**YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE**

We are looking for a **Microbiology Analyst** in Pascalstraat 25, Ede 6716 AZ NLD. Your mission will be to:
The Microbiology department, with a total of 45 employees, ensures that the daily sample flow is processed while maintaining high-quality standards. As a Microbiology Analyst, your main responsibilities are:

- Independently performing microbiological analyses according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs);
- Carrying out laboratory management tasks (such as conducting and processing control samples, maintaining checklists) and reporting any deviations to the Supervisor;
- Processing data in LIMS;
Correctly handling equipment and maintaining it according to current guidelines;
- Keeping the laboratory clean and preventing contamination and abnormal Environmental Sampling Plan (ESP) results;
- Notifying the Supervisor of deviations and recording them through the improvement cycle system
- Acting as a trainer for certain activities in the lab and participating in improvement projects, actively contributing to improvements;
The working hours are organized as follows: - 2 consecutive weeks from Monday to Friday from 12:30 PM to 9:00 PM, and the third week from Tuesday to Saturday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

You join the team based on a temporary contract for a period of 12 months, with the possibility of converting the contract to a permanent one at the end of the 12 months.

**YOUR PROFILE**

You:

- Have at least an MLO3 level
- Have several years of experience in a Microbiology laboratory
- Enjoy working in a team and can adapt to changing situations

**WHY JOIN US?**
- Because you would contribute to an inspiring **Public Health purpose,** supported by long-term and visionary shareholders.
- Because you would have an **impact on our strategic pillars** that build on 50 years of experience and expertise.
- Because you would be part of a community of **an enthusiastic and skilled group of people** who love **co-building** together and serving a purpose bigger than them.
- Because you would be **welcome as you are**, in a diverse and open-minded environment that is rich in our singularities and differences.
- Because you would grow in an **international group of more than 8200 fantastic team members**, with plenty of opportunities to learn and share.

**Ready for the journey?