Laboratory Support Operative - Cambridge, United Kingdom - Avantor

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Cambridge, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

Tom O´Connor

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R-147038

Job Summary

Previous experience in a scientific environment/scientific degree is not an essential requirement for this role We will consider applicants from other industries as full training is provided
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We set science in motion to create a better world and have done so for over 100 years._


Through our diverse and passionate global workforce of 14,000+ professionals - we've become a trusted provider of mission-critical products and services to customers in the biopharma, healthcare, education & government, and advanced technologies & applied materials industries.


Thanks to our global infrastructure, our team's contributions reach many parts of the world and have a profound and positive impact on people's lives.


If you want to help us solve the world's most complex challenges and join an inclusive community that supports your career development - you belong here, with us.


Position Overview


As a Laboratory Support Associate in our sci-prep team, you will take responsibility for assisting scientists across R&D functions by completing a variety of support tasks in a laboratory environment.

We are offering this role on a full time, permanent basis.


Do you have an interest in science and want to kick off your career with a leading company in the sector? Maybe you are working in hospitality or retail and looking for a Monday-Friday position? This may be the opportunity for you.


Key Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Aseptic aliquoting of reagents used in tissue culture & basic media prep
  • Preventative maintenance, cleaning & documentation of several laboratory instruments
  • Regularly check chemical and reagent expiry dates and arrange disposal of any outofdate material via the correct waste disposal route
  • Maintain and organise laboratory consumable inventories
  • Laboratory housekeeping, monitoring and keeping communal areas clean and tidy, waste management and specialist equipment user performance checks if required
  • Provide regular glassware and plastics collection, washing and, autoclaving/ sterilisation services (steam, dry or filtration) for the scientists to use within the laboratories

Experience Required

  • GCSE Maths & English and an Interest in Science
  • Full training will be given, previous experience in a laboratory or pharmaceutical/food manufacturing environment desirable but no essential
  • Ability to understand and follow Health & Safety instructions.
  • Computer Literate

Further Information

  • Competitive starting salary of £22,000.00
  • Attractive bonus incentive
  • Private Healthcare after successful completion of your probation period
  • Industry leading pension scheme
  • Life Insurance
  • Social events
  • 25 days Annual Leave, plus bank holidays
  • Enjoy a day off on your birthday
  • Reward Schemes

Pay:
£18,000.00-£20,000.00 per year


Application question(s):

  • Do you have full right to work in the UK (please note that we cannot provide workbased visa sponsorships)?

Work Location:
In person
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