Scientific Officer (Microbiology) – Government Laboratory

Salary: £37,631 – £43,814 Per Annum

Closing Date: 27/05/2025

Department: Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture

Location: Ballakermeen Road

Employment Type: Permanent

Hours Per Week: 37

About the role

How would you like to use your scientific expertise to safeguard public health and the environment?

As a Scientific Officer within the Isle of Mans Government Laboratory, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the safety and compliance of food, water, and environmental samples through microbiological and chemical testing. Using cutting-edge equipment, you’ll directly support government agencies and private industry — helping to uphold essential standards and protect communities.

This hands-on role allows you to apply your analytical skills to testing, problem-solving, and quality assurance while contributing to new procedures, mentoring colleagues, and conducting site investigations. If you’re ready for a career where your skills have a real impact, this is your opportunity to be at the forefront of scientific excellence!

A workplace that invests in you

• A competitive salary that increases each 12 months until you reach the salary maximum.
• Annual leave starting from 21 days, a Privilege Day and 10 Bank Holidays; your annual leave will increase after your first year and again after your third year.
• Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.
• Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.
• Discounted access to the NSC gym and Island swimming pools as well as 1-to-1 support programmes and exercise classes with qualified instructors.
• Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and sign-posting on a wide range of issues.
• Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service.
• Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.
• Free car parking.
• A relocation package of up to £4,000 based on receipts is available for this role.

Making the Isle of Man your new home

A hidden gem in the Irish Sea, the Isle of Man boasts an extensive coastline, stunning natural landscapes and unspoilt beaches. There are an abundance of opportunities and lots of places to discover!

You can visit our great cafes, bars and restaurants, and become part of the Island’s close-knit community. The Island is well connected to the UK with quick, direct flights and ferries to many destinations.

Working for the Isle of Man Public Service

We are the largest employer on the Island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees’ wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees.

We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work-life balance. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible and if interested you should discuss this with the Recruiting Manager.

The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man.

Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role.

Things to note

A basic police check is required for this post, which the Isle of Man Government will cover the cost of for you.

Ready to apply?

We understand that you might have some questions about the role and the Recruiting Manager is on hand to support you.

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Applications will be accepted up to midnight of the closing date specified. If you have difficulties applying online please contact the Recruitment Team.