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You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
The Specialist Antimicrobial Chemotherapy Unit (Wales's antimicrobial reference laboratory) is seeking an knowledgeable Specialist Microbiology Biomedical Scientist, with an interest in susceptibility testing of bacteria, to join our team. This part-time permanent position is based at the University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, for 18.75 hours/week and will include testing antimicrobials against resistant bacterial isolates received from across Wales. This will involve using disc diffusion, gradient strip and broth microdilution to interpret using the latest EUCAST guidelines. The role will include molecular testing for the detection of antimicrobial resistance genes and other determinants by real-time PCR.
The role will require reviewing both the molecular and phenotypic results to determine if additional work is required on the bacterial isolate before reports are authorised.
All duties will follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) including Quality management (EQA, IQA, IQC, audits), Health and safety procedures. Therefore an good knowledge of microbiology, a keen eye for detail and a thorough understanding of Health & Safety and Quality within the microbiology laboratory is required.
Informal visits are actively encouraged for candidates selected for interview; further information can be obtained by contacting Dr Mandy Wootton 029 2or by emailing
The main duties of this role will include:
Undertaking bacterial identification using a MALDI-ToF. Performing susceptibility testing (disc diffusion, gradient strip, broth microdilution) on referred isolates and interpreting using the most recent EUCAST guidelines, within acceptable turn-around-times.Performing and interpreting molecular assays (PCR) for the detection of antimicrobial resistance genes and other determinants.Determining the relevance of results obtained before deciding whether further investigations are required, including referral, through highly developed knowledge of microbiology/antibiotic resistance and following pre-determined algorithms and SOPs. Prioritising and managing own day-to-day work, through liaison with senior staffwhilst maintaining a level of competency consistent with the requirements of ISO15189. Be able to confidently Communicate effectively with all staff members and visitors to the laboratory (including medical staff) and provide theoretical and practical training when required. The role holder will be expected to record, collate and authorise test results (via LIMs) and record equipment, quality and stock on systems such as eQMS and Excel.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
The Specialist Antimicrobial Chemotherapy Unit (Wales's antimicrobial reference laboratory) is seeking an knowledgeable Specialist Microbiology Biomedical Scientist, with an interest in susceptibility testing of bacteria, to join our team. This part-time permanent position is based at the University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, for 18.75 hours/week and will include testing antimicrobials against resistant bacterial isolates received from across Wales. This will involve using disc diffusion, gradient strip and broth microdilution to interpret using the latest EUCAST guidelines. The role will include molecular testing for the detection of antimicrobial resistance genes and other determinants by real-time PCR.
The role will require reviewing both the molecular and phenotypic results to determine if additional work is required on the bacterial isolate before reports are authorised.
All duties will follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) including Quality management (EQA, IQA, IQC, audits), Health and safety procedures. Therefore an good knowledge of microbiology, a keen eye for detail and a thorough understanding of Health & Safety and Quality within the microbiology laboratory is required.
Informal visits are actively encouraged for candidates selected for interview; further information can be obtained by contacting Dr Mandy Wootton 029 2or by emailing
The main duties of this role will include:
Undertaking bacterial identification using a MALDI-ToF. Performing susceptibility testing (disc diffusion, gradient strip, broth microdilution) on referred isolates and interpreting using the most recent EUCAST guidelines, within acceptable turn-around-times.Performing and interpreting molecular assays (PCR) for the detection of antimicrobial resistance genes and other determinants.Determining the relevance of results obtained before deciding whether further investigations are required, including referral, through highly developed knowledge of microbiology/antibiotic resistance and following pre-determined algorithms and SOPs. Prioritising and managing own day-to-day work, through liaison with senior staffwhilst maintaining a level of competency consistent with the requirements of ISO15189. Be able to confidently Communicate effectively with all staff members and visitors to the laboratory (including medical staff) and provide theoretical and practical training when required. The role holder will be expected to record, collate and authorise test results (via LIMs) and record equipment, quality and stock on systems such as eQMS and Excel.
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