Microbiology Administrator

4 Oct 2023

CLS is Ireland’s leading provider of sampling, analysis and on-contract analysts to the food, environmental, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Founded in 1994, CLS is renowned for delivering high-quality laboratory data, always on time and in the most customer-focused way.

CLS is currently going through an unprecedented and exciting period of growth and development and is now looking for a committed and motivated Microbiology Administrator to join our team in Galway City.

Reporting To: Microbiology Lab Supervisor

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Working as directed by Microbiology Lab Supervisor according to Company safety policies and cGMP.
  • Maintenance of the Laboratory Quality System to ensure compliance to GMP and ISO17025.
  • Good Documentation Practices.
  • Logging in of samples into LIMS system.
  • Reconciliation of samples
  • Data Entry of test results.
  • Creating of test reports.
  • Labelling and filling in of relevant paperwork in relation to samples received.
  • Dealing with customers with a courteous and professional manner.
  • Liaising with the Lab Supervisor and logistics department in relation to scheduling of sample collections.
  • Looking after the outsourcing of subcontracted testing.
  • Assisting the Finance department with purchase Invoice queries and sales invoices processing.
  • Provide a quality and efficient customer service.
  • Updating ERP to improve efficiencies in inputting and reporting of results.
  • Informing Lab Supervisor of any out of specification results.
  • Trending of data.
  • Performing any other activities as indicated by the Microbiology Laboratory Supervisor
  • Support the Lean Laboratory program within the Microbiology Laboratory.

Qualifications: 

  • Leaving Certificate
  • Good team player, organised, accurate, having strong documentation skills
  • Proficient in IT skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

CLS is an equal opportunities employer.

If you would like to apply for this role, send your CV into careers@cls.ie

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