DNA Analyst

Eurofins Forensic Services (EFS) is the largest forensic service provider in the UK and Europe.

We are part of Eurofins Scientific, which 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 and forensics. Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies.

In over 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France, to 61,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of approximately 900 laboratories in 61 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and  2025, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 7.2 billion and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Eurofins Forensic Services (EFS) laboratories are amongst the most advanced analytical facilities in Europe, enabling the company to offer a complete and comprehensive range of independent and innovative forensic testing solutions to police forces, legal and criminal justice organisations throughout the UK and Europe.

An opportunity has arisen to join our dedicated team of forensic DNA analysts responsible for carrying out
rigorous examination of biological evidence ranging from simple swabs to items that are used in criminal
activity that require targeted examination. delivering scientifically robust profiles that support accurate
identification and strengthen investigative outcomes.

The role comprises carrying out high throughput DNA profiling of samples, working flexibly and
communicating effectively to deliver results within contractual TRT’s and to the highest quality standards.
You will be joining a team that has been commended for its commitment to serving the Criminal Justice
System.

EFS DNA laboratories, located in Birchwood Park, serve multiple customers and are continuously working to
develop new DNA technologies for forensics. An extended range of forensic DNA techniques is offered
covering all routine and specialist analyses, available on demand. The PACE laboratory provides rapid, cost effective DNA profiling of reference samples, with results loaded to the National DNA Database or made
available to Reporting Officers for comparison. The DNA Crime Stain team carries out DNA profiling from a
wide range of sample types to assist in investigations. Our services are noted for exceptionally high success
rates, rapid turnaround times and competitive pricing.
This role is based on a 37.5-hour working week. The DNA Team has 4 shift patterns which could apply to
this role. Each pattern has an associated shift allowance and you will be informed at interview which shift
pattern is available:

Important Information
Due to the sensitive nature of our work, this role will require the successful candidate to achieve NPPV3 +
Security Clearance (SC). To be eligible, you must have 5 years’ continuous UK residency.
As part of the vetting process, you’ll be asked to provide information about your background, including your
employment and address history, financial circumstances and details of close family or partners. These
checks are carried out to ensure individuals accessing police data, systems and…