SOC Examiner

This is an entry level role and therefore would be suitable for individuals who haven't previously worked in a scientific role. The role holder will be responsible for examining items submitted as part of a 'Scene of Crime' case. These will be predominantly simple items such as blood swabs and items for cellular recovery. The role holder may also be involved in day-to-day laboratory maintenance and cleaning as well as scheduled servicing requirements. Key Responsibilities

• Adhere to all aspects of the customer Operational Protocol and EFS Quality Manual.
• Carry out necessary examinations / analysis as per standard operating procedures to the required timescales and level of quality.
• Ensure all notes are contemporaneous, signed and dated as per standard operating procedures.
• Be responsible for the integrity and continuity of exhibits (including their return) while under their ownership.
  
  Minimum qualifications of GCSEs in English, Maths and Science.
• Embraces change and continuous improvement.
• Proven communication skills both written and verbal.
• Demonstrate initiative; adopting a pro-active attitude to continuous improvement within the areas of science, quality and efficiency.
• Must display patience, determination, attention to detail and integrity at all times and see tasks through from start to finish.
• Exhibit high levels of concentration, accuracy and reliability (scientifically and within the quality area).
• Able to work well on your own as well as part of a team.
Required Behaviours
• Flexibility to assist in covering planned or un-planned absences within the team (e.g. illness, annual leave etc.) to ensure the needs of the customer are met.
• Maintain clear communications with colleagues, clarifying expectations and monitoring satisfaction levels.
• Viewing problems and opportunities from a customer perspective.
• Communicate and work well with others (within the team, with other departments / sites or external associates) focussing on a collective rather than individual goal.
  
  Eurofins Scientific is a leading international group of laboratories with over EUR 2.4 billion annual sales and over 30,000 employees with a network of 375 laboratories in 41 countries. Eurofins has a network of 16 sites in the UK and the Group provides an unparalleled range of over 100,000 reliable and validated analytical methods and support services to the pharmaceutical, food, environmental and consumer product industries, and to governments.
Eurofins Forensic Services (EFS) laboratories are amongst the most advanced analytical facilities in Europe, enabling the company to offer a complete and comprehensive range of independent and innovative forensic testing solutions to police forces, legal and criminal justice organisations throughout the UK and Europe. EFS DNA laboratories, located in Birchwood Park, serve multiple customers and are continuously working to develop new DNA technologies for forensics. An extended range of forensic DNA techniques is offered covering all routine and specialist analyses, available on demand. The PACE laboratory provides rapid, cost-effective DNA profiling of reference samples, with results loaded to the National DNA Database or made available to Reporting Officers for comparison. The DNA Crime Stain team carries out DNA profiling from a wide range of sample types to assist in investigations. Our services are noted for exceptionally high success rates, rapid turnaround times and competitive pricing.

In return for your hard work and loyal service, we will offer you genuine career and salary progression through our Career Pathways programme, a competitive salary, and a selection of employee benefits via our flexible benefits menu which includes cycle to work scheme, give as you earn, volunteering days, purchase & sell holiday. In addition, we also offer the following:
• Life Assurance (3 times annual salary)
• Company Pension Plan
• Learning and Professional study support
• 25 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing to a maximum of 30 days
• Employee Length of Service Rewards and Yearly Recognition Schemes
• Celebrating work anniversaries here at EFS with lots to offer including employee core value badges
• Employee Tech Scheme
• Discount vouchers and Flexi reward points on our employee wellness hub
• Everyone 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 lifestyle
• Employee Assistance Programme 24/7
• HealthCare Cash Plan membership
• Enhanced company sick, maternity and paternity pay scheme
• Refer a friend scheme
• Subscription to mental health support and wellbeing