Analytical - QC, Stability and Micro - Laboratory Technician

Quotient Sciences; Nottingham; Sur place; GBP 21 000 - 26 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Quotient Sciences in Nottingham is seeking a Laboratory Technician on a 6‑month fixed-term contract to support laboratory operations and ensure scientists have the equipment, materials and resources needed to deliver high‑quality work.

The role focuses on maintaining orderly lab areas, managing stock and documentation, preparing reagents, and performing routine calibration and maintenance of lab equipment while adhering to SOPs and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to juggle multiple tasks.
• Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping.
• Ability to follow SOPs and maintain quality standards.
• Basic IT skills including databases and MS Office.
• Good communication and collaboration with colleagues.
• Proactive approach to supporting a range of lab activities.
• Commitment to working safely in a laboratory environment.

Responsabilités

• Maintain clean, organised, and well-stocked laboratory areas.
• Manage materials: receiving, labelling, stock tracking, and databases.
• Prepare reagents and materials for scientific teams.
• Calibrate and maintain pipettes, balances and other equipment.
• Run daily monitoring and maintain records for traceability.
• Maintain logbooks and training records in line with quality requirements.
• Follow SOPs and ensure auditable documentation.

Connaissances

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Follow procedures

IT skills

Communication

Proactive mindset

Laboratory safety

Outils

Microsoft Office

Databases

Description du poste

We’re looking for a Laboratory Technician to join our team in Nottingham on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This is a varied, hands‑on role where you will play a key role in supporting laboratory operations and ensuring scientists have the equipment, materials, and resources needed to deliver high-quality work.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the smooth running of laboratory operations by maintaining clean, organised, and well‑stocked laboratory areas.
• Manage laboratory materials, including receiving, labelling, tracking stock, and updating relevant databases.
• Prepare reagents and other materials required by scientific teams.
• Carry out routine calibration and maintenance activities on laboratory equipment such as pipettes and balances.
• Complete daily monitoring activities, including checking laboratory water systems and maintaining accurate records.
• Issue, maintain, and monitor laboratory logbooks and associated records to ensure compliance and traceability.
• Maintain clear, accurate, and auditable documentation in line with quality requirements.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and maintain all required training records.

Skills and Experience Required

Essential

• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accurate records.
• Ability to follow procedures and work consistently to quality standards.
• Basic IT skills, including experience using databases and Microsoft Office applications.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
• A proactive approach and willingness to support a range of laboratory activities.
• Ability to work safely and responsibly within a laboratory environment.

Desirable

• Previous experience working in a laboratory, scientific, quality, manufacturing, or regulated environment.
• Experience maintaining laboratory documentation or record-keep systems.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
• Experience calibrating or maintaining laboratory equipment.