Terumo BCT Ltd - located in Larne - manufactures a range of sterile fluids for human and veterinary use. A vacancy currently exists for a Placement Student in our Microbiology Lab.

The successful candidate will carry out the testing of raw materials and finished goods, including sterility, bioburden and endotoxin analysis. Also, environmental monitoring of cleanrooms and controlled areas, preparation and testing of media and solutions and calibration of laboratory equipment.

Duties will include:

• To work under the direct supervision of the department Team Leader
• Microbiological testing of Raw Materials, In-Process Materials and Finished Products, inclusive of sterility testing, bioburden testing and endotoxin testing, using current procedures.
• Microbial sampling and testing of water for bioburden and endotoxin.
• Ensuring the laboratory is maintained in good order.
• Preparation and growth promotion of media.