Laboratory Aide Microbiology

Job description

The main responsibilities for Laboratory Aide in Microbiology are the registering of patient specimens onto the Laboratory Information Management Systems, ensuring demographics on the forms match the specimens. Identification & resolving specimen queries. Liaise with Microbiology staff to streamline specimen reception, booking in and processing Education Leaving Certificate or equivalent but science related diploma desirable but not essential Experience Ideally 1 year in a similar role, but not mandatory (can be trained in-house) Skills & Abilities Candidates must have the personal competence and capacity to properly discharge the duties of the role Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience 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 for supporting clinical studies. In addition, Eurofins is one of the leading global emerging players in specialty clinical diagnostic testing. Yes (In 2025, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR €7.296 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years) Your data: As part of any recruitment process, the company collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. The company is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data and to meeting its data protection obligations. Eurofins Biomnis is an Equal Opportunities Company Eurofins Biomnis Ireland is the leading independent provider of Medical Laboratory Services in the country and part of one of the largest medical laboratory groups in the world. Eurofins Biomnis is part of the Eurofins Scientific Group . We are now recruiting for a: Laboratory Aide Microbiology We are currently seeking to recruit a Laboratory Aide to join our Microbiology team at the Eurofins Biomnis laboratory in Sandyford, Dublin18. This is an excellent opportunity if you are looking to grow and progress in your career. What We Offer As an employer, we’re keen to look after our people with as much dedication as they look after our clients and their colleagues. We are a diverse company with 31 nationalities, encouraging inclusiveness and instilling a sense of belonging to all our colleagues. In the spirit of supporting and improving the health and well-being of our employees, building resilience, confidence and compassion through education and activities, our "Wellbeing Committee" was founded. "The Wellbeing Committee" plans activities, promotes participation, represents employees from all organizational levels, and creates and maintains open lines of communication between wellness committees and employees. You will receive an overall benefits package, including: Financial Security Pension Scheme Life Assurance Income Protection Annual Bonus Scheme Company Credit Union Scheme Long Service Award Scheme Health & Wellbeing Health Insurance Paid Sick Leave Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Career Development Higher Education Policy Lifestyle & Perks Bike to Work Scheme Tax Saver Travel Scheme Eurofins Employee Referral Programme So, if you are a strong communicator, highly organised, with enthusiasm to see a problem through to the end, and with a passion for delivering first class service to your clients, this might be the role for you. Training and development support will be given to you to help your progression within the organisation. We’re a growing and ambitious company, so there is huge potential here to develop with us and enjoy fantastic rewards in your career. Working Hours: 39 hours p/w - Monday to Friday 9am - 5.30pm & 11.30am - 8pm, on a rotational basis. - Availability to work a Saturday shift when required. Please note this is not a HYBRID role, this role will be based on site in Sandyford, Dublin 18