Dominic Gaskell

Perform routine microbiological testing for foodborne pathogens including Salmonella, Cronobacter, and Listeria in accordance with standard operating procedures. Prepare microbiological media, agar plates and laboratory reagents, ensuring all materials meet quality specifications. Apply strict aseptic techniques and use sterilised equipment to prevent contamination throughout sample preparation and testing.

QC Analyst Microbiology - Nutricia - Liverpool

(2025-08)

• Perform routine microbiological testing for foodborne pathogens including Salmonella, Cronobacter, and Listeria in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Prepare microbiological media, agar plates and laboratory reagents, ensuring all materials meet quality specifications.
• Apply strict aseptic techniques and use sterilised equipment to prevent contamination throughout sample preparation and testing.
• Conduct bacterial culture techniques including plating, streaking, spread plating and incubation of samples.
• Read and interpret microbiological culture plates, perform confirmation testing (including PCR and API identification where appropriate), and initiate retesting of positive samples.
• Maintain accurate lab records and ensure full sample traceability using LIMS, Excel and controlled documentation.
• Calibrate lab equipment and complete routine quality control checks to ensure compliance with laboratory procedures.
• Support lab operations through environmental monitoring, stock management and maintaining a safe, organised lab environment.

Microbiology Analyst - Alpha Scientific - Manchester

(2025-03 - 2025-08)

• Performed microbiological testing of environmental and water samples using membrane filtration techniques for bacterial analysis.
• Prepared microbiological media and culture plates and carried out sample preparation using aseptic techniques.
• Inoculated, incubated and interpreted bacterial cultures, recording results accurately in accordance with lab procedures.
• Completed confirmation testing on positive bacterial isolates and maintained accurate lab documentation using LIMS.
• Maintained and calibrated lab equipment while completing routine control procedures to support reliable testing.
• Received, logged and managed lab samples while maintaining full traceability throughout the testing process.
• Worked in accordance with ISO 17025, UKAS accreditation requirements, Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and lab health and safety procedures.

Retail Assistant - Sainsbury's - Westhoughton

(2023-06 - 2025-02)

• Delivered excellent customer service in fast-paced retail environment.
• Maintained stock accuracy and worked collaboratively to meet store targets.

Floor Manager - McDonald's - Westhoughton

(2019-11 - 2023-01)

• Supervised staff during busy service periods.
• Managed shift operations and ensured compliance with food safety procedures.

B.Sc - Biological and Medical Sciences - University of Liverpool (2021-09 - 2024-07)

Btech Level 3 - Applied Sciences - Runshaw College (2019-09 - 2021-06)