Laboratory Controller

**Solvita & Mycorrhizal Root colonisation (Root Staining)** - Capture, process, record and evaluate external samples received for Solvita analysis and Myco Root colonisation and ensure relevant completed form is received.
- **Mycorrhiza Spore Count/Quality Control (“Wash 7 count”)** - ensure samples submitted to the Lab for Mycorrhizal spore count are received, recorded and labelled including concentrated Myco powder as well as final products and test samples and accurately wash and count spores in samples submitted, capture raw data following which decant left over concentrated Myco-powder and liquid into relevant containers and store final product samples as needed.
- **Trichoderma Plate Count Method/Quality Control** - Ensure all samples submitted for plate count method received, recorded and labelled as well as concentrate powder, final products and test samples, accurately process samples and capture raw data, clean equipment and work areas after completion and assist with evaluation and improvement of protocol.
- **Production Management of Trichoderma and other niche Microbial products** - Assist Microbial Team Leader with management of production and stock levels based on set targets as and when required, assist with isolation, maintenance and purification of mother cultures for Production, quality control and intellectual property purposes including drafting, implementation and management of cleaning and production schedules.
- **Various administrative tasks, including;**:

- Backup of electronic data and documents
- Prepare and maintain stocktake documentation
- Manage the procurement of laboratory items from approved suppliers when requested.
- Communicate and follow up with suppliers regarding items out of spec and manage exchange/return of item ensuring correct item is received and paid for.
- Manage and co-ordinate budgets for Myco lab, Fungal Lab and Trichoderma production under supervision
- Co-ordinate and effect despatch, receipt and storage of parcels to and from clients, suppliers and collaborating organisations
- Maintain and manage servicing schedules of laboratory equipment.
- Assist Microbial Team Leader with compilation, revision and management of procedures and protocols to be loaded onto intranet once signed off
- Adhere to and maintain hard copy and electronic document filing systems in an orderly and optimal manner
- Organise and co-ordinate monthly management meeting to discuss matters of importance
- Ensure effective housekeeping and deep cleaning in accordance with laboratory cleaning procedures
- On occasion is required to carry out ad hoc tasks for which the incumbent is competent

**Duties & Responsibilities**:

- **Solvita & Mycorrhizal Root colonisation (Root Staining)** - Capture, process, record and evaluate external samples received for Solvita analysis and Myco Root colonisation and ensure relevant completed form is received.
- **Mycorrhiza Spore Count/Quality Control (“Wash 7 count”)** - ensure samples submitted to the Lab for Mycorrhizal spore count are received, recorded and labelled including concentrated Myco powder as well as final products and test samples and accurately wash and count spores in samples submitted, capture raw data following which decant left over concentrated Myco-powder and liquid into relevant containers and store final product samples as needed.
- **Trichoderma Plate Count Method/Quality Control** - Ensure all samples submitted for plate count method received, recorded and labelled as well as concentrate powder, final products and test samples, accurately process samples and capture raw data, clean equipment and work areas after completion and assist with evaluation and improvement of protocol.
- **Production Management of Trichoderma and other niche Microbial products** - Assist Microbial Team Leader with management of production and stock levels based on set targets as and when required, assist with isolation, maintenance and purification of mother cultures for Production, quality control and intellectual property purposes including drafting, implementation and management of cleaning and production schedules.
- **Various administrative tasks, including;**:

- Backup of electronic data and documents
- Prepare and maintain stocktake documentation
- Manage the procurement of laboratory items from approved suppliers when requested.
- Communicate and follow up with suppliers regarding items out of spec and manage exchange/return of item ensuring correct item is received and paid for.
- Manage and co-ordinate budgets for Myco lab, Fungal Lab and Trichoderma production under supervision
- Co-ordinate and effect despatch, receipt and storage of parcels to and from clients, suppliers and collaborating organisations
- Maintain and manage servicing schedules of laboratory equipment.
- Assist Microbial Team Leader with compilation, revision and management of procedures and protocols to be loaded onto intranet once signed off
- Adhere to and ma