LABORATORY TECHNICIAN

EURES Malta

• Preparing media and conducting quality control checks.
• Cryopreservation of microorganisms and development of growth curves.
• Dilutions of microorganisms used in the studies being carried out in the research facility.
• Supporting the maintenance of up-to-date inventories of chemicals and microorganisms stocks
• Assist in sampling requirements of any facility or study related tests being carried out within the research facility
as instructed,
• Assisting in the daily maintenance of the laboratory
• Use of diagnostic methods for the identification of microorganisms.
• Support the Lab supervisor in reviewing of lab calculations and data collection.
• Participate in research studies being carried out within the research facility.
• Serum extraction from blood samples taken in the studies being conducted in the research facility.
• As and when needed aid in the liaison with clients, scientific preparation for studies and reporting of results.
• Support the laboratory Supervisor in planning and checking verification, calibration and mapping of equipment.
• Support the laboratory Supervisor in coordinating calibration / maintenance of equipment and update of the
corresponding records.
• Demonstrate flexibility in performing other laboratory tasks needed of them

• The ideal candidate should have an MQF Level 4 qualification in Biology Sciences however MQF Level 3
would be considered. Candidate will be trained inhouse however previous laboratory experience, particularly
within a GXP environment would be considered an asset.
• The selected candidate will be required to speak and write English fluently, knowledge of any other languages
would be considered an asset, although not essential.
• The selected candidate must have a clean EU / EEA passport OR be a third-country national (TCN) presently
residing in the EU with no travel restrictions or legal convictions and be in possession of a clean driving licence

Training provided
Necessary training is provided
Any assistance with accommodation/relocation
AquaBioTech Group offers all employees company accommodation, which comes at cheaper rates compared to
personal renting, and which will be available immediately for new employees to use upon their arrival. All
preparation related to accommodation is handled by the company.