Laboratory Assistant

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated Laboratory Assistant to join our scientific team based in Reading. In this vital role, you will support laboratory operations by performing precise sample preparations, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring adherence to quality standards. Your contributions will help facilitate accurate research outcomes, uphold safety regulations, and streamline lab workflows. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced scientific environment dedicated to innovation and excellence.

Duties

• Assist with sample collection, preparation, and processing in accordance with established protocols
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety standards
• In this role you take responsibility for performing the laboratory administration tasks within assigned areas of the business.
• The Laboratory Assistant maintains the availability of clean glassware and consumable items, manages waste streams, and ensures general laboratory cleanliness while operating in a safe manner.
• By undertaking the calibration of equipment and management of inventory you will maintain a compliant laboratory to quality standards.

Skills

• Recording and reporting data and activity outcome accurately
• Working in laboratories
• Relevant industry and/or academic experience

Excellent Opportunity with immediate starts available.

Pay: £13.12 per hour

Expected hours: 36.0 per week

Work Location: In person