Lab Assistant

HAR Labcorp Early Development Laboratories Limited; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Labcorp’s UK site in Harrogate invites applications for a Laboratory Assistant to join the BioAnalysis team. You will perform weighings of test articles and reference materials, prepare reagents and study solutions, and help maintain equipment and lab standards.

This onsite role requires good attention to detail, strong communication, and adherence to SOPs and safety policies. You will work with client-owned samples and support continuous improvement in a busy analytical environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with colleagues at all levels.
• Good attention to detail; ability to follow SOPs and guidelines.
• Willingness to learn and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Weigh test articles and reference materials for the BioAnalysis department.
• Perform equipment verifications and calibrations (pipettes, balances, pH meters).
• Prepare reagents, buffers, and study-related solutions as needed.
• Provide general lab cleaning, reagent monitoring, and glassware washing.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and storage of laboratory supplies.
• Assist with freezer/refrigerator maintenance and disposal of materials.
• Support process improvement initiatives and maintain a safe lab environment.
• Ensure health and safety policies and SOPs are up to date.

Skills

Excellent verbal communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma / A-level

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world. Together, we’re improving health and improving lives.

Laboratory Assistant – Bioanalysis

Our largest UK site in Harrogate, North Yorkshire is currently recruiting for a Laboratory Assistant to join the BioAnalysis team.

Job Responsibilities

• The primary function of the role is to perform test article / reference material weighings for the department. These preparations are critical for the work that the department does.
• Perform equipment verifications and calibrations (pipettes, balances, pH meters etc).
• Prepare reagents, buffers, and other study related solutions as needed.
• Provide general lab cleaning, expired reagent monitoring, and glassware washing.
• Manage the inventory, ordering, E-Workbook registration, storage, organization, and disposal of laboratory supplies. These may include critical reagents, chemicals, consumables, and matrix.
• Perform freezer and refrigerator maintenance.
• Provide ideas, support, and participate in process improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a clean and safe laboratory work environment.
• Demonstrates understanding of Health and Safety compliance by ensuring that policies/SOPs and training are up to date.
• May train or assist less experienced staff.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma / educated to A-level or equivalent Computing skills, including word processing and use of spreadsheets (e.g. Microsoft Office packages).

Additional Job Standards

• Excellent verbal and communication skills with ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Willingness to learn Good attention to detail Follow guidelines and SOPs to the letter.

Are you highly organised, detail-oriented, and looking for a role in a different environment? We are seeking a Laboratory Assistant to join our Bioanalytical Laboratory team, providing critical support to the successful delivery of scientific studies. In this role, you will play an essential part in the laboratory's daily operations, with a primary focus on the accurate weighing and preparation of test articles and reference materials. Working with valuable client-owned materials, you will perform precise weighings, sometimes as low as 1.2 mg, where accuracy, care, and material conservation are critical. Alongside this key responsibility, you will support a wide range of laboratory activities, helping to ensure equipment, materials, and workspaces are maintained to the highest standards. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a hands-on environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality, accurate work.

This position is an onsite role.

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We believe in the power of science to change lives. Labcorp is a leading global life sciences company that provides vital information to help doctors, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, researchers, and patients make clear and confident decisions. Through our unparalleled diagnostics and drug development capabilities, we provide insights and accelerate innovations to improve health and improve lives. Here, you can join our nearly 70,000 employees, serving clients in more than 100 countries, as we work together to transform approaches to patient care.