Job Title: Laboratory Technician
Location: Bracknell
Contract Length: 12 months
Schedule: 20 hours per week
Overview
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to support day-to-day laboratory operations. This role is ideal for someone with strong organisational skills and an eagerness to learn. The successful candidate will contribute to maintaining a safe, efficient, and high‑quality laboratory environment, with opportunities to grow into more advanced scientific and analytical tasks.
Key Responsibilities
Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
- Support routine HSE tasks and ensure compliance with regulatory and internal safety standards.
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment in accordance with laboratory protocols.
Housekeeping & Logistics
- Perform general housekeeping to ensure laboratory organisation and cleanliness.
- Assist with logistics, including ordering supplies, receiving deliveries, and inventory upkeep.
Instrument & Equipment Management
- Support laboratory instrument management, including routine checks and basic maintenance.
- Assist in preparing equipment for use by the technical and scientific teams.
Advanced Laboratory Support (Desirable / Development Opportunity)
For high-performing candidates, responsibilities may expand to include:
- Conducting routine laboratory analyses.
- Operating state-of-the-art analytical equipment.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong ability to work collaboratively within a diverse team.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Quick learner with the ability to apply new skills promptly.
- Excellent timekeeping and organisational abilities.
- Good attention to detail is essential.
- Inventory management experience is desirable.
- Experience working with radio chemicals—particularly carbon‑14—is beneficial but not essential.
Education Requirements
- Minimum A-levels, with Chemistry or Biology at grade C or above.
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