About the Position

Lab Apprentice - Microbiology (6 months)

Join SGS as a Lab Apprentice in Microbiology for a 6-month program, gaining hands-on experience in laboratory testing and safety.

Responsibilities

Support routine laboratory testing activities under supervision.
Learn and apply laboratory test methods, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
Perform basic laboratory tasks according to training progression and competency assessment.
Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation.
Ensure confidentiality of customer information and laboratory data.
Follow Good Laboratory Practice, Good Housekeeping, and laboratory safety requirements.
Assist in cleaning, maintenance, and verification of laboratory equipment under supervision.
Use personal protective equipment appropriately and comply with SGS HSE requirements at all times.
Complete assigned training modules, competency assessments, learning logs, and improvement project presentations.
Perform any other responsibilities as assigned by the reporting manager, Section Head, or Senior Management.
At all times, adopt a safe behavior by exercising due regards for the health and safety of SGS employees and clients, in line with SGS Policies and procedures.
At all times, comply with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct.
Perform any other responsibilities as assigned by his/her superior.

Requirements

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in science background preferable.
Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
Internship or laboratory exposure is an added advantage.
No prior working experience required; training will be provided.

We Offer

Training Program: Basic training including Safety induction, ISO 17025 induction training, laboratory skill training.
On-the-Job Training: Competency training, lab testing procedures, equipment maintenance, QAQC exposure, etc.
Competency Assessment: Conducted by peers or supervisors to prove the competency of the testing.

About the Company

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection, and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 96,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer, and more interconnected world.

Locations

Kyiv, Ukraine
Berlin, Germany
Madrid, Spain

Employment Type

Contract

Additional Information

The employee will undergo the Lab Apprentice Program, which will cover the following:

Basic training including Safety induction, ISO 17025 induction training, laboratory skill training
On-the-job training under department including competency training, lab testing procedure, equipment maintenance, QAQC exposure, etc.
Competency assessment conducted by peers or supervisors to prove the competency of the testing

Lab Apprentice - Microbiology (6 months)

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