Laboratory Assistant

Staffline; Peacehaven; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A global pharmaceutical company in Peacehaven seeks a laboratory technician on a temporary contract for 6 months. Applicants should have at least three National 5 qualifications including English, Maths, and a Science. Responsibilities include laboratory cleaning, managing inventory, and maintaining records. Work hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. The role emphasizes a diverse workforce and offers opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three National 5 qualifications at grade B or above, including English, Maths, and a Science.
• Ability to read and follow verbal and written instruction.
• Strong organisational skills required.
• Proficiency in computer literacy necessary.

Responsibilities

• Clean all laboratory glassware to required standards.
• Ensure adequate stocks of lab coats and safety supplies.
• Log finished product retention samples daily.
• Perform weekly inspections of controlled temperature storage.
• Coordinate supply of in-house consumables and send samples for analysis.

Skills

Organisational skills

Computer literacy

Ability to read and follow instructions

Education

Minimum of three National 5 qualifications

Tools

MS Office

Job description

With a presence in over 66 countries worldwide, Merck are committed to leading innovation and expertise within the global Life Science industry providing solutions and services within research, biotechnology development and production, and pharmaceutical drug therapy development and production.

Responsibilities

• Clean all laboratory glassware to required standards in accordance with current procedures
• Ensure adequate stocks available of clean lab coats, safety glasses and basic lab supplies and consumables by way of the weekly stock requisition and Kanban systems
• Log and locate finished product retention samples on a daily basis
• Perform routine discard of expired retention samples with maintenance of related SAP records
• Perform weekly inspections and cleaning of controlled temperature storage units
• Coordinate supply of inhouse consumables with the appropriate Operations personnel, including water sampling hoses, bottles, volumetric flasks and septum caps
• Conduct hydration of dry powder media test samples in accordance with inspection plan or related procedure
• Coordinate sending of samples for external analysis and monitor return of test results
• File completed test records as required
• Actively participate in the EHS responsibilities for all functions performed within QC
• Support the administration of the document archive system to ensure all records are traceable and easily retrievable

The successful candidate

• Minimum of three National 5 qualifications at grade B or above, including English, Maths, and a Science
• Ability to read and follow verbal and written instruction
• Organisational skills
• Computer literacy
• Knowledge of and proficiency in the use of MS Office

This role is offered on a temporary ongoing basis for an initial 6 month period, working Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm, 37.5 hours per week.

Merck are recognised as an employer committed to ensuring a highly diverse workforce that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives and life experiences, creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace.

For further details on this opportunity to join an organisation with a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress please apply today.

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