Laboratory Administrator

Huntress - Maidstone; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Huntress - Maidstone is seeking a diligent administrator with lab support experience in Farnborough. The role involves registering samples, generating Excel reports, and handling queries via a shared inbox while ensuring accurate data and compliance.

The position requires a driving licence, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work in both office and laboratory settings. Training and development opportunities are offered within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Confident using Microsoft Excel and general IT systems.
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Good communication skills and a proactive, team-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Booking in and registering samples using the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Producing Excel reports to monitor outstanding requests and support operational needs.
• Managing a shared inbox and responding to queries from internal teams and customers.
• Providing general administrative support and reporting as required.

Skills

Excel

IT systems

Prioritisation

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Due to hours and location a driving licence is essential

Shift pattern: 4 days on, 2 days off. Working 4pm - midnight. Average 35 hours per week.

£16.75 per hour + Holiday Pay

Key Responsibilities

Administrative Duties

• Booking in and registering samples using the Laboratory Information Management System
• Producing Excel reports to monitor outstanding requests and support operational needs
• Managing a shared inbox, responding to queries from internal teams and customers
• Providing general administrative support, including reporting as requiredLaboratory Duties

Laboratory Duties

• Organising, labelling, and storing samples accurately
• Preparing and labelling sample containers for customer use
• Adding required reagents to containers and ensuring correct dating and traceability
• Cleaning and preparing containers and laboratory equipment for reuse

About You

• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Confident using Microsoft Excel and general IT systems
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks efficiently
• Good communication skills and a proactive, team-focused approach
• Comfortable working in both office and laboratory environments

What We Offer

A varied and engaging role within a supportive team

Opportunities to develop experience within a laboratory setting

Ongoing training and development

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK