Glasswash Technician

The Francis Crick Institute; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Glasswash Technician to join their dynamic team. In this vital role, you will ensure the cleanliness and sterilization of thousands of laboratory glassware items, supporting groundbreaking research. You will collaborate closely with scientists and laboratory managers, embodying core values of boldness, openness, and collegiality. This part-time position offers a chance to contribute to a collaborative environment while receiving comprehensive training and development opportunities. If you are detail-oriented and thrive in a team setting, this role is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the scientific community.

Benefits

Generous Leave

Pension Scheme

Health & Well-being support

Childcare support allowance

Discounted gym memberships

Subsidised on-site restaurant

Comprehensive training and mentoring

Qualifications

• Basic literacy and numeracy required, along with good organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Collecting and cleaning laboratory glassware efficiently.
• Preparing sterile research materials and restocking supplies.
• Maintaining compliance with Health & Safety requirements.

Skills

Basic literacy and numeracy

Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures

Effective communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Time management

Physical stamina for lifting

Education

GCSE Maths and English or equivalent

Tools

Sterilisation equipment (ovens, autoclaves)

Job description

Salary for this Role:

From £25,928 (full-time equivalent), subject to skills and experience, with benefits (salary will be pro-rated for part-time working hours)

Job Title:

Glasswash Technician

Reports to:

Shaun Maloney

Closing Date:

04/May/2025 23.59 GMT

Job Description:

Glasswash Technician

Science Services

Reports to Glasswash Supervisor

This is a part-time (2 days per week), permanent position on Crick Terms and Conditions of employment.

About the role

The Glasswash team will collect, clean, sterilise and re-stock thousands of items of scientific glassware used in research on a monthly basis.

Reporting to one of the Glasswash Supervisors, your role will involve working closely with other members of the Glasswash and Media Preparation team and with scientists and laboratory managers within your areas of responsibility.

What you will be doing

Every day more than 4000 items of laboratory glassware are expected to pass through the Crick's central Glasswash section for cleaning and sterilisation.

As a Glasswash Technician you will be responsible for:

1. Collecting used glassware from laboratories in a safe and efficient manner
2. Cleaning and sterilisation of glassware
3. Preparation of sterile research materials (e.g. Eppendorf tubes, Pasteur pipettes)
4. Restocking laboratory supply cupboards
5. Ad Hoc sterilisation of large laboratory items (e.g. incubator racks)
6. Liaising with research staff over supply levels and quality of clean glass
7. Operating in compliance with Health & Safety requirements
8. Maintaining good operational state of key equipment and the working environment
9. Assisting the Media Preparation team as required

About you…

You will bring…

The post holder should embody and demonstrate our core Crick values: Bold, Open, and Collegial, in addition to the following:

Essential

1. Basic literacy and numeracy (e.g. GCSE Maths and English or equivalent)
2. Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures
3. Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues
4. Ability to work as part of a team
5. Good organisational skills and an excellent eye for detail
6. Ability to prioritise and manage own time
7. Ability to cover significant distances throughout the building over the course of the day and to perform some moderate lifting/manual handling tasks

Desirable

1. Previous experience in a scientific or healthcare setting
2. Awareness of laboratory hazards
3. Familiarity with sterilisation equipment (ovens, autoclaves)

About Working at the Crick…

Our values

• We are bold. We make space for creative, dynamic and imaginative ideas and approaches. We’re not afraid to do things differently.
• We are open. We’re highly collaborative and interactive, and make sure our activities are visible to the outside world.
• We are collegial. We show respect for one another, work cooperatively and support the wider community.

At the Francis Crick Institute, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to driving innovation and scientific discovery. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed, regardless of their background, identity, or personal circumstances. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all genders, ethnicities, abilities, and experiences. We want to ensure that everyone can apply and be part of our recruitment processes and so we'll make reasonable adjustments if you need them - just let us know when you apply. If you need assistance with applying (i.e., would like to apply by phone or post) please email: [e-mail]

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What will you receive?

At the Francis Crick Institute, we value our team members and are proud to offer an extensive range of benefits to support their well-being and development:

• Visas: Applicants for this role will be eligible for sponsorship to work in the UK
• Generous Leave: 28 days of annual leave, plus three additional days over Christmas and bank holidays.
• Pension Scheme: Defined contribution pension with employer contributions of up to 16%.
• Health & Well-being:
• 24/7 GP consultation services.
• Occupational health services and mental health support programs.
• Eye care vouchers and discounted healthcare plans.
• Work-Life Balance:
• Back-up care for dependents.
• Childcare support allowance.
• Annual leave purchase options.
• Crick Networks offering diverse groups’ support, community and inclusive social events.
• Perks:
• Discounted gym memberships, bike-to-work scheme, and shopping discounts.
• Subsidised on-site restaurant and social spaces for team interaction.
• Development & Recognition: Comprehensive training, mentoring, and a pay structure with performance-linked progression.