On-site Associate - Cambridge, United Kingdom - Avantor

Avantor
Avantor
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Cambridge, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Tom O´Connor

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Previous experience in a scientific environment/scientific degree is not a crucial requirement for this role We will consider applicants from other industries as full training is provided


As an On-site Associate in our science-preparation team, you will take ownership of 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 a curiosity about 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.


What we're looking for?

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

How you'll thrive and create an impact?

  • Aseptic aliquoting of reagents used in tissue culture & basic media prep
  • Preventative maintenance, cleaning & documentation of several laboratory instruments
  • Regularly check chemicals and reagent expiry dates and arrange disposal of any outofdate material via the accurate waste disposal route
  • Maintain and coordinate laboratory consumable inventories
  • Laboratory housekeeping, supervising 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
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

Why Avantor?
Dare to go further in your career.

Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better.

It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle.

It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time.

Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.


Pay:
£22,000.00 per year


Work Location:
In person


Reference ID:
R-152487
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