I Got Hired: Ella

Posted on: 14 October 2025 by Richard Finch in Class of 2024

Ella graduate in 2024 with a BSc Biological Sciences degree. She now works at Eurofins as a Laboratory Technician.

How did you hear about your role?

I discovered my role on the employment platform Indeed. There were so many characteristics and art of the job description that aligned with my personality and skill set. The role is in the microbiological field, in which I had experience in at the University of Liverpool through taking part in the advanced microbiological techniques module on my course.

How did you get to where you are now?

I have had many different part-time job roles prior to and during university that have helped to build my confidence and my ability to adapt to new situations and pressurised scenarios. From working as a NCS Assistant Team Leader with a group of young adults, to working in retail as a general sales assistant, I have an acquired a wide range of skills. In addition, I really studied the company’s values and vision. Eurofins is a leading company in providing regulatory public testing services and customer satisfaction. These aspects aligned with my attributes and career trajectory.

Your favourite experience as part of your current role?

I have really enjoyed learning the variety of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the different microbiological tests and the extreme accuracy involved. In addition, being part of a team to deliver high-quality results to achieve customer satisfaction has been extremely rewarding and enjoyable. Furthermore, techniques outside of our services such as the 5S principle to increase employee morale and work out-put quality.

The most challenging part of your graduate journey?

Adjusting to the transition from student life to working life. Building up your skill set within my company, asking for advice and extra training. Trying to build an online professional presence which can get traction to be able to progress further and looking to find other opportunities and grow. Also the dilemma in what I want for my career, to grown within my company or transition into other industries.

What's your #1 piece of advice for future grads?

Research the company that you are joining and how your abilities and beliefs align with them. Pick out examples of how you are the best candidate from your experiences at university and within work. Have a memory bank of real life examples of team work, communication and skills for interview scenarios. Build an online presence to interact with business and professionals in your field. Don’t be afraid to enrol on courses to better your skills. Be yourself, confident and present!

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