Lab Technician

Slough
1 week ago
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A leading Pharmaceutical company based in the Slough area, is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join their team. This role offers the chance to work closely with laboratory-based scientists, providing essential support services. As a Laboratory Technician, you will be instrumental in ensuring that the laboratory operates smoothly and efficiently.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Your duties as the Laboratory Technician will be varied; however, the key duties and responsibilities are as follows:

  1. As the Lab Technician, you will complete of routine equipment calibration checks and ensuring all equipment is ready for use.

  2. As the Lab Technician, you will generate and technical review of simple analytical buffers for laboratory methods and processes.

  3. As the Lab Technician, you will manage of laboratory consumables, including stock checks, ordering from internal stores, and maintaining cleanliness and tidiness in the washroom environment.

  4. As the Lab Technician, you will process laboratory deliveries, including receipt, storage, notifications, and dispensing of buffers.

    ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

    To be successful in your application to this exciting role as the Laboratory Technician, we are looking to identify the following on your profile and past history:

  5. Relevant degree in a scientific discipline.

  6. Proven industry experience in a laboratory setting.

  7. A working knowledge and practical experience with laboratory equipment calibration, buffer preparation, and consumables management.

    Key Words: Laboratory Technician / Scientific Support / Equipment Calibration / Buffer Preparation / Consumables Management / Laboratory Maintenance / GMP / Data Integrity / Laboratory Services / Bioreactor Preparation / Pharma / Pharmaceutical / Lab Tech / Lab Technician / Buffer / Media / Lab Prep / Biotech / GLP / Good Lab Practice / Bio / Biologics / Biopharma

    Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd (HRS) is an Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from anyone who meets the role requirements. HRS exclusively supports the Life Science sectors, combining recruitment expertise with scientific knowledge to help you advance your career

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