Senior Microbiologist: Molecular & NGS Lead (Client‑Facing)

Campden BRI Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading microbiology consultancy is seeking an experienced Microbiologist to join their team in Chipping Campden, UK. In this senior role, you will manage contract projects focused on molecular microbiology, provide technical support in advanced analyses, and supervise a team. Candidates should have a scientific degree (ideally PhD/MSc), experience with NGS, and a strong understanding of quality systems. This position offers excellent work-life balance and numerous benefits, including 25 days holiday and a generous pension scheme.

Benefits

Employee discounts and rewards

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Buy and sell holiday scheme

Work save pension scheme

Subsidised onsite restaurant

Qualifications

• Minimum Scientific Degree plus proven technical experience in a laboratory.
• Experience with sample preparation and running NGS sequencing platforms.
• Proficient in quality systems such as UKAS, ISO 90001/17025.

Responsibilities

• Manage implementation of contract projects in the Microbiology Section.
• Provide technical support in molecular microbiology analysis.
• Supervise a team of technical staff and manage resources efficiently.

Skills

Next Generation Sequencing (NGS)

Molecular microbiology techniques

Analysing microbiological results

Leadership and team supervision

Working with spoilage organisms

Education

PhD/MSc in microbiology or equivalent

Tools

Bioinformatic analysis tools

UKAS accredited microbiological methods

Job description

A leading microbiology consultancy is seeking an experienced Microbiologist to join their team in Chipping Campden, UK. In this senior role, you will manage contract projects focused on molecular microbiology, provide technical support in advanced analyses, and supervise a team. Candidates should have a scientific degree (ideally PhD/MSc), experience with NGS, and a strong understanding of quality systems. This position offers excellent work-life balance and numerous benefits, including 25 days holiday and a generous pension scheme.