Job Description
We are looking for a committed and proactive Technician to join our Laboratory Support team to provide support to the analytical chemistry teams within LGC Sport and Specialised Analytical Services.
- Conduct analytical work using appropriate techniques and in accord with regulatory standards, e.g. ISO 17025
- Complete all paperwork in compliance with good record keeping principals, correctly and on time.
- Work in accordance with SOPs.
- Act in compliance with the site Health & Safety Policy.
- Be able to accurately communicate with other staff.
- Be flexible; realise that timelines, priorities and requirements will change regularly and respond to these challenges positively
- Maintain a clean, tidy and well-equipped work area, observing any operational regulations.
- Perform Kanban or other stock checks or inventories and place orders as appropriate.
- Perform in-house calibration and maintenance of equipment including balances, pH meters, centrifuges, incubators, safety cabinets, fridges, freezers and ultrafreezers, water purifiers.
- Perform general laboratory housekeeping duties, including collection, cleaning and redistribution of scientific glassware and issuing of lab coats and PPE to new starters and collection of lab coats for laundry.
The successful candidate will able to demonstrate the following skills and behaviours:
- Effective time management, ensuring tasks are completed on time and to a high standard;
- An enthusiastic and positive attitude, and a willingness to learn;
- An excellent communicator, able to convey written and spoken information accurately and concisely;
- An excellent eye for detail;
- A team worker, able to work flexibly in response to changing priorities and with initiative to bring forward new ideas.
Qualifications
- Educated to GCSE level, acquiring 5 GCSE’s graded A-C (or 9-4).
- Experience in a regulated laboratory environment is advantageous.
- Sound computer skills, experience of Microsoft Office.
Additional Information
This role is on-site in Fordham, Cambridgeshire, UK.
Additional Information
Our Values:
- Passion
- Curiosity
- Integrity
- Brilliance
- Respect
We deliver world-class solutions and foster an inclusive and collaborative environment where every team member can thrive and achieve their full potential!
Equal opportunities
We are committed to ensuring that every job applicant and employee is valued for their individual talents. We strictly prohibit discrimination on the basis of age, disability, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or parental status, religion, or belief. We proudly support an inclusive work environment where everyone can compete and succeed based on their merits.
For more information about us, please visit our websitewww.lgcgroup.com/sass
