Lab Technician

PerkinElmer, Inc.; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A global diagnostics company based in Stevenage is seeking a motivated laboratory technician to prepare media and reagents for research teams. The ideal candidate will have a background in Biology and/or Chemistry, with 1-2 years of lab experience. Responsibilities include maintaining inventory, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and contributing to team innovation. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential. This role offers a collaborative environment focused on challenging scientific projects.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of laboratory experience in an industrial or pharmaceutical setting.
• Knowledge of GLP and laboratory safety standards.
• Ability to interpret complex scientific data.

Responsibilities

• Prepare media and reagents for research teams.
• Maintain laboratory stocks and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Proactively seek opportunities to improve services.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Self-motivated

Team player

Service-oriented mindset

Attention to detail

Proficient in standard software packages

Education

Academic background in Biology and/or Chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated candidate to join the PerkinElmer OneSource Scientific Services team based at one of our customer sites in Stevenage, UK. The successful candidate will work within the PerkinElmer Technical Lab Services (TLS) division and be placed within a team at the customer site focused on delivering site-wide media and reagent services to support innovative and life-changing research and development activities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare media and reagents to support site-wide research and development teams.
• Maintain laboratory stocks, including consumables and solvents.
• Deliver media and reagents to points of use, ensuring stock levels are maintained at the agreed volume and number.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient laboratory environment while ensuring health, safety, and compliance standards are met.
• Actively contribute to scientific teams by presenting data at team meetings and identifying opportunities for innovation.
• Maintain training and compliance in health and safety, security, environmental, and operational aspects of daily activities.
• Proactively seek opportunities to improve services through discussions with team leaders and customers, or by sharing best practices with other groups.
• Operate in accordance with approved quality standards.
• Work independently and flexibly, setting realistic schedules aligned with team priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work under pressure and manage competing deadlines.
• Proven ability to meet timelines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Service-oriented mindset with a strong focus on innovation.
• Team player with a strong commitment to customer satisfaction.
• Proficiency in executing both established and novel methods and protocols.
• Ability to interpret, analyze, and communicate complex scientific data.
• Proficient in standard software packages (e.g., Microsoft Office).
• Ability to operate within company and/or customer site safety codes of practice.
• Knowledge of good laboratory practices (GLP) and laboratory safety standards.
• Academic background in Biology and/or Chemistry, with solid grounding in Mathematics and English.
• 1-2 years of laboratory experience in an industrial or pharmaceutical setting, following defined protocols and SOPs.
• Knowledge of GCP, GCLP, and GMP principles in pharmaceutical environments.