Laboratory Aide

Imperial College London; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution is seeking a laboratory aide to provide support to researchers and students. The role involves general laboratory duties, including preparing stock solutions and maintaining safety protocols. Candidates should have a good education standard, IT literacy, and the ability to work collaboratively. This full-time position offers sector-leading benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

41 days off a year

Generous pension schemes

Flexible working policy

Access to on-site leisure facilities

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Good standard of education evidenced by GCSEs.
• Ability to prioritize workload effectively.
• Confident communication with staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general laboratory administrative duties.
• Prepare stock solutions and autoclaving.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the lab.

Skills

IT literacy

Effective communication

Manual dexterity

Education

Up to 5 GCSEs (grade C and above) or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

About the role

We are looking for a self-motivated, innovative, enthusiastic and pro-active laboratory aide to work under the overall direction and supervision of the Laboratory Manager/s. You will be involved in the provision of general laboratory support including the preparation of stock solutions/ media, autoclaving, and assisting with stocktaking and ordering of supplies.

What you would be doing

Working across two departments, you will support the Laboratory Manager/s in the provision of an effective and efficient support service to select groups of researchers and students.

Duties and responsibilities

• General laboratory administrative duties including ordering supplies.
• Replenish stocks of consumables, stores of basic equipment, to ensure there are always adequate supplies available to meet work requirements.
• Preparing stock solutions/media
• Glass washing and replenishing
• Autoclaving
• Ensuring good laboratory practice is maintained – keeping work areas clean and tidy.
• Identify problems or difficulties and communicating these to Laboratory Manager/s
• Compliance with relevant Health & Safety procedures affecting self and others
• Assisting the lab manager oversee safe disposal of hazardous chemicals.
• Provide holiday cover in other areas in the departments

What we are looking for

The successful candidate will have a good standard of education evidenced by up to 5 GCSEs (grade C and above) or equivalent, demonstrating numeracy and literacy. You will be IT literate, with knowledge of Microsoft packages including Excel, Word and Outlook and have good written and verbal communication skills.

Manual dexterity will be required and the ability to follow instruction and written protocols are an essential requirement. You will work in a planned and methodical way with minimal supervision and will be able to prioritize your workload effectively. You will need the ability to communicate confidently and effectively with University staff and students, and to work collaboratively, in order to build and sustain working relationships.

What we can offer you

• The opportunity to work as part of a supportive team and progress your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
• We will support you in your role and provide training and access to learning and development opportunities.
• Benefit from sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days off a year and generous pension schemes).
• Gain access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and a cycle-to-work scheme.

Further information

This is a full-time, open-ended post (35 hours per week) based at our Hammersmith Campus.

If you require any further details about the role, please contact: Michael Johns ([e-mail])

£30,177 to £32,179 per annum