Laboratory Assistant: Hands-On Lab Career Growth in Manchester

Tetra Tech Europe; Manchester; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech's Manchester laboratory is hiring a Laboratory Assistant to support preparation, testing and quality control of analytical samples. The role reports to a Senior Chemist and involves gravimetric sample prep, reagent preparation, calibrating equipment and carrying out basic tests while keeping accurate records.

You will work closely with chemists, analysts and laboratory colleagues in a busy environment, focusing on safety, housekeeping and timely processing to uphold high quality

Qualifications

• Good attention to detail and a responsible approach to health and safety.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Good organisational skills, reliability and a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Prepare gravimetric and laboratory samples, reagents and solutions accurately.
• Maintain clear, accurate quality records and traceable analytical work.
• Assist with calibration and routine checks of equipment.

Skills

Practical lab skills

Quality records

Equipment calibration

Health and safety

Teamwork

Education

Science qualification

Job description

Tetra Tech's Manchester laboratory is hiring a Laboratory Assistant to support preparation, testing and quality control of analytical samples. The role reports to a Senior Chemist and involves gravimetric sample prep, reagent preparation, calibrating equipment and carrying out basic tests while keeping accurate records.

You will work closely with chemists, analysts and laboratory colleagues in a busy environment, focusing on safety, housekeeping and timely processing to uphold high quality