At a Glance
- Tasks: Produce yeast slopes, run DNA fingerprinting, and support global breweries.
- Company: Join Cara Technology, the world leader in brewing yeast since 1881.
- Benefits: 26 days holiday, flexible hours, company events, and professional development.
- Other info: Be part of a small, visible team with growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the brewing industry with hands-on microbiology work.
- Qualifications: Experience in microbiology and strong attention to detail required.
The predicted salary is between 44595 - 54505 £ per year.
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hrs/week, Monday–Friday
Location: On-site, Bluebird House, Leatherhead
Reporting to: Senior Microbiologist
Start: ASAP
Cara Technology holds the largest collection of brewing yeast in the world — 850 strains, built up over almost 130 years, trusted by breweries globally since 1881. We're growing our microbiology team to keep pace with new projects and increasing demand — this is a brand-new role, not a replacement, with real scope to grow into it.
As Microbiologist, you'll work hands-on with that yeast bank: producing yeast slopes for customers worldwide, running DNA fingerprinting and yeast banking, and providing technical support that directly shapes what ends up in some of the world's best-known breweries. You'll join a small, tight-knit team — the kind of place where your work is genuinely visible and you're not just a cog in a big department.
What you'll do
- Manufacture yeast slopes to meet production targets and client orders
- Prepare culture media, inoculate, and manage fermentation processes
- Carry out DNA fingerprinting and yeast banking, including liquid nitrogen storage
- Support customer projects: technical reports, consultancy, and sample testing
- Maintain lab documentation, stock levels, and quality standards
What we're looking for
- Experience in microbiology, laboratory work, or a related scientific discipline
- Solid grounding in yeast microbiology and quality control processes
- Strong attention to detail, organisation, and communication skills
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
Nice to have
- Experience in brewing or fermentation
- Familiarity with HACCP / Quality Management Systems
- Customer-facing technical support experience
What you'll get
- 26 days holiday + bank holidays
- Company pension
- Enhanced sick, parental, and bereavement leave
- Flexible working hours where possible
- On-site parking
- Professional body subscription fees covered
- Company events and socials
- Genuine training and development opportunities
Microbiologist in Leatherhead employer: Cara Technology Limited
At Cara Technology, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity for aspiring scientists to kickstart their careers in a supportive and collaborative environment. With full training provided by experienced microbiologists, our employees benefit from structured development, flexible working hours, and a vibrant work culture that values teamwork and personal growth. Located in Leatherhead, Surrey, we not only provide competitive salaries and generous holiday allowances but also foster a passion for science and brewing within our tight-knit team.
