DNA Analyst

Salary: Competitive plus shift allowance payment        

Location: Birchwood Park, UK, Warrington

Contract: Permanent (Not remote working)

Hours:  37.5 hours per week      

(8am-4pm / 12pm-8pm alternate weeks, Monday – Friday)

The Role

An opportunity has arisen for a DNA analyst to join the laboratory testing team in the DNA Centre based in Birchwood Park.

The role comprises carrying out high throughput DNA profiling of samples; working flexibly and communicating effectively to deliver results within contractual TRT’s and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• To undertake testing and documentation of samples with minimal supervision, as per standard operating procedures to required timescales, following suitable training and demonstrable competencies.
• STR Profiling of various exhibits and samples as required, across a range of routine and specialist techniques including DNA extraction, quant, PCR, analysis and reporting of results.
• Adherence to good lab practice (GLP) and quality systems.
• Perform housekeeping duties including sample archiving and disposal, laboratory cleaning, maintenance of equipment and monitoring stock levels.
• Responsible for maintaining a right first-time approach to work, reporting any non-conformances or near misses to the local quality systems and implementing process improvements.
• Take a proactive approach to Continuous Improvement (CI) within all aspects of the role; striving to improve output and efficiency of both scientific and support tasks.
• Communicate effectively to team members and team leads to ensure a smooth flow of work through the laboratory process.