Lab Support Technician – Science & Safety (Temp)

Jdr Recruitment; Cookstown; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

JDR Recruitment is recruiting a Laboratory Assistant for a Northern Ireland Civil Service assignment with DAERA Chemical and Microbiology Services at Loughry Campus, Cookstown.

The role focuses on practical laboratory support: maintaining a clean, safe workspace, preparing media and samples, and assisting scientists with experiments while ensuring proper waste disposal and adherence to COSHH and Health & Safety procedures. This is a temporary position from Oct 2026 to May 2027.

Qualifications

• Must have science subject at GCSE/GCE O Level with lab work.
• No prior laboratory employment required.
• Must obtain enhanced security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean and tidy lab facilities.
• Clean equipment, worktops, cupboards, fridges, freezers and glassware.
• Safely dispose of contaminated laboratory waste.
• Assist scientific staff with experiments and sample prep.
• Prepare laboratory media and samples.
• Maintain stocks of chemicals and consumables.
• Follow COSHH and Health & Safety procedures at all times.

Skills

COSHH awareness

Lab cleanliness

Safety procedures

Experiment prep support

Education

Science GCSE/GCE O Level with lab work

Job description

JDR Recruitment is recruiting a Laboratory Assistant for a Northern Ireland Civil Service assignment with DAERA Chemical and Microbiology Services at Loughry Campus, Cookstown.

The role focuses on practical laboratory support: maintaining a clean, safe workspace, preparing media and samples, and assisting scientists with experiments while ensuring proper waste disposal and adherence to COSHH and Health & Safety procedures. This is a temporary position from Oct 2026 to May 2027.