Cryogenic Technical Specialist (M/F/D)

Avantor; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Avantor seeks a Cryogenic Technical Specialist in Cambridge to support operations within a high-risk Cryogenic Cell Bank facility. This full-time role requires a degree in Science or Engineering, along with 3–5 years of relevant experience. The candidate will manage daily operations, coordinate maintenance, and ensure compliance, all while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Pension plan

Private medical and dental care

Extra day off on your birthday

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience in cryogenic equipment calibration or field service engineering.
• Experience in bio-banking or cell-banking environments.
• Familiarity with health and safety documentation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and efficient daily operations at the Cryogenic Cell Bank facility.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and cryogenic system management.
• Perform SHE inspections and maintain safety documentation.

Skills

Technical Expertise with Cryogenic Equipment

Facility Management

Project Management

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Knowledge of Health and Safety Compliance

Education

Degree in Science or Engineering

Job description

The Opportunity:

Avantor is looking for a technically savvy and proactive Cryogenic Technical Specialist to join our on-site team in Cambridge, UK. In this role, you’ll be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations and safe management of a high-risk, access-restricted Cryogenic Cell Bank facility housing cryopreserved biological materials.

This is a full-time, permanent position based on-site at our state-of-the-art facility, The Discovery Centre, located within the BioMedical Campus in Cambridge. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes a bonus scheme, pension plan, private medical and dental care, and even an extra day off on your birthday.

Site location: The Discovery Centre, BioMedical Campus, Cambridge, UK

Working hours: 7:00–15:00 (core hours) to align with the team, however, service coverage is between 7:00–17:00, with occasional flexibility required depending on external engineering support or service-related meetings with the customer

The Team

You’ll join a collaborative team committed to scientific excellence and outstanding customer service. On-site, you’ll work alongside cross-functional teams including scientists, laboratory managers and suppliers to ensure timely, accurate resolution of customer inquiries and support of ongoing projects.

You’ll be part of our Laboratory and Production Services department, a critical function within Avantor that supports customers in the Life Sciences and pharmaceutical industries through expert product knowledge, application support, and problem resolution.

What we’re looking for

• Education:
  • A Degree in Science, Engineering, or equivalent industry experience
• Experience:
  • 3–5 years of experience in cryogenic equipment calibration, liquid nitrogen storage, or field service engineering within the chemical or pharmaceutical industry
  • High level of technical expertise with cryogenic facility equipment, including liquid nitrogen tanks, cryo-tanks, alarm systems, and associated control software
  • Facility Management and Project Management experience in pharmaceutical settings (desirable)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and IT systems, including software interfacing with cryogenic equipment
  • Experience in bio-banking or cell-banking environments is advantageous
  • Familiarity with health and safety documentation, compliance processes, and regulated or high-risk settings

How you'll thrive and create an impact

• Act as the main on-site contact for the Cryogenic Cell Bank facility, ensuring safe and efficient daily operations in a high-risk environment
• Coordinate equipment maintenance, cryogenic system management, and engineering support, including liquid nitrogen deliveries and alarm response
• Support compliance by performing SHE inspections, facilitating inductions, maintaining safety documentation, and assisting with audits
• Manage inventory, consumables, and reporting tasks while supporting internal/external visits, training, and facility-related communications
• Drive continuous improvement by collaborating on service enhancements, project delivery, and process optimisation in line with customer and Avantor goals

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Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

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