Chemistry Graduate Role

Huntress - Maidstone; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Temporary Laboratory Assistant in Farnborough. This role involves supporting daily laboratory operations, assisting with sample preparation, and ensuring equipment checks. Ideal candidates will have an interest or experience in scientific environments and strong attention to detail. This position is a great opportunity for those looking to gain valuable lab experience in a collaborative team setting. The pay is £12.60 per hour and the role is full-time from Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Interest or experience in laboratory, scientific, or technical environments.
• High attention to detail and good organisational skills.
• Proactive and flexible approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Supporting day‑to‑day laboratory operations.
• Assisting with sample preparation and basic analysis.
• Carrying out routine equipment checks.

Skills

Interest or experience in laboratory, scientific, or technical environments

High attention to detail

Good organisational skills

Proactive approach to work

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Job description

Chemistry Graduate role - Laboratory Assistant - (Temporary role)

Location: Farnborough

Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:30

Start Date: ASAP

Pay: £12.60

Huntress Recruitment is currently recruiting a Temporary Laboratory Assistant to join a well‑established scientific team. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with a keen interest in science, laboratory work, or hands‑on roles in technical environments.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Supporting day‑to‑day laboratory operations
• Assisting with sample preparation and basic analysis
• Carrying out routine equipment checks
• Helping with general cleaning and organisation of lab spaces
• Completing documentation and maintaining accurate records
• Working collaboratively as part of a busy team

What We're Looking For:

• Interest or experience in laboratory, scientific, or technical environments
• High attention to detail and good organisational skills
• A proactive, reliable and flexible approach to work
• Comfortable working in a hands‑on, fast‑paced setting
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Whether you're looking to gain experience in the lab environment or continue your career in the science sector, this role offers a great opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to vital support work.

Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.