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Are you looking for a lab-based role where you will have the opportunity to work on multiple pre-clinical studies with different clients?

Do you have experience working in Aquatic Ecotoxicology?

If so, then read on!

Here at Labcorp, we are looking for aSeniorLaboratory Scientistto join our Ecotoxicology team at our site inShardlow, Derbyshire.

In this role you will be supporting the Ecotoxicology department in completing environmental studies on behalf of our clients. The role is varied, hands-on and provides the opportunity to make a real difference working for a world-leader in Environmental research.

Duties Include:

  • Conducting and performing studies relating to study plan protocols using appropriate instrumentation with routine and non-routine methods

  • Maintaining study documentation in compliance with regulatory guidelines working to Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)

  • Providing input and participating in study meetings.

  • Training and directing less experienced staff, assisting with developing training plans where required

  • Ability to write, review and revise standard SOPs related to primary area of work

  • Collating data and accurate data recording

  • Participate in QC review of selected routine data

  • Maintaining / upkeep of laboratory and work area

  • Husbandry tasks

We Offer:

  • Competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including health cover and contributorypension

  • Un-paralleled opportunities with multiple pathways for career development and progression within a global organization

  • A culture of CARE with access to well-being programs and various employee resource groups

Skills and Experience:

  • Demonstrable experience in a CRO environment working to GLP

  • Experience working within Aquatic Ecotoxicology

  • Proficiency with Microsoft packages and the ability to pick up new systems quickly

  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

  • Organized with the ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment

  • Home Office licence PIL A/B advantageous

The Environmental teams at Labcorp have been helping companies bring safe products to market for over 40 years. Our varied work supports the crop protection, chemical and pharmaceutical industries so if you are looking for a role within a supportive team where you can develop and progress then apply today!

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.

We encourage all to apply

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