Forensic Examiner

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in AgroSciences CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 61,000 employees across a network of more than 1000 independent companies in 59 countries and operating 940 laboratories.The Eurofins Group is committed to provide the highest quality services, accurate results in time and expert advice by its highly qualified staff. The reliability and accuracy of its data help customers make adequate decisions and meet their increasingly stringent quality and safety standards and the expanding demands of regulatory authorities around the world.Job DescriptionLocation: Tamworth, UK Contract: PermanentThe RoleWe are looking to recruit an enthusiastic scientist for our Marks and Traces (M&T) team based at our laboratory facility in Tamworth, Staffordshire. M&T covers a wide range of disciplines in physical and chemical traces such as gunshot residue, glass, paint, ignitable liquids and fire investigation, noxious and corrosive substance testing, fibres, footwear marks and unknown substances.). The examiner role is responsible for the completion of the examination work and/or analysis of samples, following strategies and instructions set by reporting scientists. This is an entry level role and full training will be given.Role includes some facilities support in-team, such as exhibit management, laboratory cleaning and stock control. Although rarely requested, this role occasionally requires production of a suitable witness statement and attendance at Courts of Law.Key Responsibilities and AccountabilitiesExaminations of variety of exhibits to standard operating procedure requirements and required turnaround timesLaboratory and exhibit managementComplete training, self-study and maintain set Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and competencies.Reporting in accordance with set turnaround timesFully adhere to the Forensic Regulator’s Code of PracticeBe responsible for the integrity and continuity of exhibits while under ownership.QualificationsKnowledge, Experience and Technical SkillsGrade A-C in English, Maths and Science and ideally an A-level or equivalent in a scientific subjectDemonstrate good communication and organisational skillsHave high levels of resilience and flexibility and the ability to work to deadlinesDemonstrate ownership of issues and their resolutionCommunicate and work proactively with others (both colleagues and customers), focussing on a collective goalEmbrace continuous improvement projects with active involvementAbility to work in a highly stressful and emotive situations and dealing with details of distressing cases.PreferredAt least one year work experience ideally in a laboratory or commercial forensic settingA recognised qualification in chemistry, analytical or forensic sciencesDemonstrable knowledge of health & safety, such as COSHH assessorDriving licence. Additional InformationCompany BenefitsIn return for your hard work and loyal service, we will offer you a competitive salary, a selection of employee benefits via our flexible benefits menu which includes cycle to work, give as you earn, purchase & sell holiday. In addition, we also offer the following:Life Assurance(3 times annual salary)Company Pension Plan25 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing to a maximum of 30 daysEmployee Length of Service Rewards and YearlyRecognition SchemesEveryone who joins our team also gets access to Perk box, allowing you to save money all year round. Whether its supermarket savings or days out, the daily coffee or a summer holiday – there’s something to suit everyone’s lifestyleEmployee Assistance ProgrammeEnhanced company sick, maternity and paternitypay schemeRefer a friend schemeSubscription to wellbeing support24/7Due to the highly sensitive nature of the work, applicants should note that security clearance is required for this role. To gain security clearance you must have five years continuous residency in the UK. Security clearance is undertaken by a third party to police personnel vetting standards (NPPV/3 and SC), as such any criminal convictions may prevent you from gaining security clearance. Further information on the security clearance process and requirement can be found at . In addition, all successful applicants will be required to undertake drug and alcohol testing prior to commencing employment.The organisation treats personal data collected during the recruitment process in accordance with its data protection policy. Information about how your data is used and the basis for processing your data is provided in the organisation’s applicant privacy notice.
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