Analytical Laboratory Technician

Sterling Pharma Solutions; Dudley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contract development organization in Dudley is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support the Analytical Department. In this role, you will manage laboratory supplies, ensure compliance with safety standards, and assist in preparing reagents. Ideal candidates should have a science qualification at GCSE or A-Level and experience in a laboratory setting is preferred. The company offers a competitive benefits package and values teamwork and flexibility, creating a supportive environment for employee growth.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support including medical consultations

Employee assistance programme

Training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience within a laboratory environment is preferred.
• Ability to follow and maintain established standards.
• Good ability in using Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Organise and manage laboratory stores for consumables and reagents.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory cGMP standards.
• Handle materials safely and comply with COSHH requirements.
• Calibration and monitoring of laboratory instruments.
• Prepare general bench reagents.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Teamwork

Flexibility and adaptability

Good Microsoft Office skills

Education

Science qualification at GCSE or A-Level

Job description

Location: Dudley, Northumberland, UK

Department: Quality

Reference: VN1205

Summary of the Analytical Laboratory Technician role

As the Laboratory Technician, you will be responsible for supporting the efficient day-to-day running of our Analytical Department Group (ADG) laboratory. This is a day shift role, working Monday to Friday and plays a key part in ensuring laboratory activities are carried out smoothly, safely and to a high standard. You will work closely with the wider analytical team and report directly to the Analytical Coordinator, providing essential support to the department.

Your Responsibilities

• Organising and managing laboratory stores to ensure a constant supply of frequently utilised consumables and reagents.
• Responsible for laboratory cGMP standards in their area of operation.
• Handling materials safely and complying with COSHH requirements.
• Disposing of waste safely.
• Calibration and monitoring of laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
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• Packaging and shipping of laboratory samples for shipment offsite.
• Preparing general bench reagents.
• Embodying our company values, which are: be reliable, be caring, be transparent and be willing.

Requirements For The Role

• Science qualification at GCSE or A-Level.
• Experience within a laboratory environment is preferred.
• Ability to follow and maintain established standards.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be a good team worker, flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Good ability in using Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams.

How You Will Be Rewarded

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including bonus, pension scheme, private healthcare, Engagement Hub, cycle to work scheme, death in service coverage, on‑site health and wellbeing support including medical consultations and physiotherapy, 24/7 employee assistance programme, employee referral scheme, sports and social club as well as opportunity for training and further career development.

Why consider Sterling?

Sterling Pharma Solutions is a global contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO) with more than 50 years’ experience in developing and manufacturing Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs). This is complemented by Antibody Drug Conjugate (ADC) research, development and clinical manufacturing services.

We are a fast growing, dynamic business with facilities in the UK, US and Europe, where we employ talented and passionate people who support our customers in bringing new medicines to market, improving and saving the lives of patients.

Our culture and our way of working is what really sets us apart as a business; we aim to deliver an exceptional experience to our customers and our employees. You can expect to be part of a supportive team, all working towards a shared goal: to deliver first-class science and service to our customers every day.

How To Apply

If you have the necessary skills and experience to join our team, please apply online. For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please contact [e-mail]

Sterling Pharma Solutions is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Deadline for applications: 06 Feb 2026

Apply now

Be caring. Be transparent. Be willing. Be reliable.