Lab Support Specialist — Part-Time, Fixed-Term

Mitie; Barnard Castle; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Mitie is seeking a motivated Lab Support Assistant to join our laboratory operations team at the GSK Barnard Castle site on a 6 month Fixed Term Contract. The role is part-time (33 hours per week) and supports preparing reagents, samples, and equipment checks to ensure compliant lab operations.

The successful candidate will aid in sample handling, documentation, stock management, and waste procedures within a regulated, GMP/GxP environment, with full training provided where needed.

Qualifications

• GCSE/National level qualifications in English, Maths and a Science subject.
• Good organisational and planning skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow procedures accurately.
• Good communication skills.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Laboratory Support: Preparing reagents, solutions, and mobile phases following approved procedures.
• Sample & Documentation Management: Collecting and booking laboratory samples and preparing documentation for storage or shipment.
• Equipment Support: Performing routine checks on lab equipment and monitoring fridges/freezers.
• Stock & Consumables Management: Ordering, receiving, and replenishing laboratory supplies.
• Waste Management: Supporting safe disposal of laboratory waste and handling specialist streams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Follow procedures

Team player

Microsoft Office

Education

GCSE English, Maths and Science

Tools

SAP or similar systems

Job description

Mitie is seeking a motivated Lab Support Assistant to join our laboratory operations team at the GSK Barnard Castle site on a 6 month Fixed Term Contract. The role is part-time (33 hours per week) and supports preparing reagents, samples, and equipment checks to ensure compliant lab operations.

The successful candidate will aid in sample handling, documentation, stock management, and waste procedures within a regulated, GMP/GxP environment, with full training provided where needed.