Laboratory Support Assistant at Imperial College London

Laboratory Support Assistant – Imperial College London

Location: Hammersmith Campus – On site only. Job number: MED05843. Salary range: £34,487 – £36,434 per annum. Contract type: Full time – open ended. Posting end date: 24 Jun 2026. Hours: 35 hours per week.

About the role

The Section of Adult Infectious Disease, within the Department of Infectious Disease, is seeking an enthusiastic Laboratory Support Assistant to work closely with the Laboratory Manager to assist with the smooth running and organisation of the Section’s research laboratories at the Hammersmith Hospital Campus.

What you would be doing

• Maintain and order stocks of essential laboratory supplies and consumables, including regular stock checks and maintaining laboratory coat cleaning and stores.
• Collect and dispose of laboratory waste by the appropriate routes and manage laboratory glassware, wash, autoclave and distribute as necessary.
• Assist with general laboratory administrative duties such as record‑keeping, ordering supplies and monitoring equipment.
• Assist with Health and Safety arrangements, preparing Permits to Work under appropriate guidance and supervision.

What we are looking for

• GCSE in English, mathematics and science (grade C and above) or equivalent.
• Practical experience in a laboratory setting.
• Practical experience of washing and disinfecting glass/plasticware.
• Practical experience in operating an autoclave and industrial dishwasher.
• IT literate, with knowledge of Microsoft packages including Excel, Word & Outlook.
• Regard for Health and Safety and security at all times.
• Ability to manage time effectively, prioritise work and organise a busy schedule.
• Ability to maintain reliable records with good attention to detail.
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team.
• Ability to interact well with a wide range of people.
• Willingness to learn necessary laboratory skills such as general solution and media preparation and undertake training.

What we can offer you

• Opportunity to work within a dynamic clinical research department focussing on infectious disease research.
• Opportunity to continue your career at a world‑leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
• Sector‑leading salary and remuneration package, including 41 days’ annual leave and generous pension schemes.
• Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on‑site leisure facilities and cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Interest‑free season ticket loan schemes for travel.
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

For further details, please contact Julia Maciver at j.maciver@imperial.ac.uk.

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