Forensic Examiner - Tamworth, United Kingdom - Eurofins UK Forensic Services

Eurofins UK Forensic Services

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Tamworth, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable.

From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, 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 in the support of clinical studies.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 50,000 staff across a network of more than 900 independent companies in over 50 countries and operating more than 800 laboratories.

Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing.

In 2020, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 5.4 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description:

Job Purpose

To be responsible for the completion of the examination work associated with the strategy and instructions of casework and Scene of Crime submissions as set by the reporting practitioner and/or standard operating procedures.

Contribute to the success of the casework teams by completing all set tasks within the Key Performance Indicators set by the line manager.

Ensure quality is maintained at all times. Engage with continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities
To examine and process exhibits as per standard operating procedures that are relevant to your Business Unit:

Full exhibit management and inputting accurate case information onto our case management system.
Adhere to all aspects of the customer Operational Protocol, GLP and Eurofins Quality Manual
Carry out necessary examinations / analysis to required timescales
Notice when the examination may have to differ from the instructions/strategy set by the reporting scientist and agree appropriate action to take the examination forward
Discuss any potential other examination types that may further assist the customer with the Reporting Scientist
Critical check findings of other Examiners of examinations that fall within the individual's competency.
Be responsible for the integrity and continuity of exhibits, including their return while under your ownership.
Communicate examination progress with the Work Flow Supervisor / Section Manager ensuring any delays are communicated. Escalate any issues that may arise
Assist with aspects of Science and Quality that fall within the skills of the individual. Provide support to others to assist with Science and Quality investigations
Produce an appropriate witness statement or equivalent and attend court as requested
Responsibility for individual daily time booking on the case management system (CLIMs) associated with the allocated case.
Seek continual improvement of methodology and processes that will have a positive impact on quality and effectiveness. Raise ideas at Team meetings and huddles
Mentor and buddy members of the team. Offer advice and support to new recruits.

Qualifications:

Knowledge, Experience and Technical Skills
Developing Examiner

Successful completion of the SOC, Simple Item exam or Lab Tech training package
Demonstrated knowledge and adherence to the required Customer Operational Protocols, Standard Operating Procedures, Quality Management System, Health & Safety documents and CPS requirements.
Demonstrated knowledge and adherence to the Forensic Science Regulator's Codes of Practice and Conduct.
Completion of a court awareness course
Awareness and understanding of other evidence types

Established Examiner (all the above plus)

Routinely achieving or exceeding their KPI's as a Developing Examiner and demonstrating the behaviours required for the role
Trained and competent in blood, semen and saliva body fluid searching techniques
Additional training may also be given in Fibres, Hairs, Cold Cases and Profile Qualification
Sufficient experience to coach and mentor Developing Examiners

Senior Examiner (all the above plus) Subject to business need