Laboratory Technician

Novogene Europe; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Novogene Europe in Cambridge is seeking a Laboratory Technician to register and process samples, follow SOPs, and upload results data within defined time frames.

The role requires meticulous, detail-oriented work, strong teamwork, and excellent communication. You will handle LIMS-based sample tracking, maintain equipment logs, and contribute to quality management systems such as ISO 17025 and ISO 15189.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in molecular biology or related field.
• Strong teamwork and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• High accuracy and attention to detail for lab and office tasks.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with LIMS is advantageous.
• Experience with PCR, qPCR and NGS-based analysis is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Register and process samples, and upload results data within defined time frames.
• Perform procedures by following SOPs.
• Record all information, handle samples properly, and maintain records and quality data.
• Conduct inventory, accessioning and tracking of samples via LIMS.
• Carry out routine lab maintenance, order supplies, and update instrument logbooks.
• Work on automated high-throughput liquid handling, monitor production line, troubleshoot.
• Comply with ISO 17025, 15189, 14001, GCLP, and HT Act.
• Other tasks assigned by line manager.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication skills

MS Office

LIMS experience

PCR

qPCR

NGS analysis

Education

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in molecular biology or related field

Tools

PCR instruments

Automated liquid handling

Job description

• To register and process samples, conduct experiments, and upload results data accurately within defined time frames.
• To perform various testing procedures by strictly following specific standard operation procedures.
• Adhering to documented procedures for all aspects of laboratory work, ensuring that all relevant information concerning samples is recorded, that samples are handled correctly, and that all necessary records and quality data are maintained.
• To conduct inventory, accessioning and tracking of sample into the lab via LIMS system
• To perform routine laboratory maintenance activities, including ordering & receiving supplies, maintaining consumable inventories and updating instrument usage logbooks.
• To work on automated high-throughput liquid handling machine, looking after one production line, troubleshooting and fixing problems when occurred.
• To conform with all site quality management systems and health and safety procedures (ISO 17025:2017, ISO 15189:2023, ISO14001, GCLP, Human Tissue Act (2004)).
• Other tasks assigned by the line manager.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s or advanced degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, biotechnology, or similar subject.
• Strong teamwork ethic and the commitment to successfully deliver to tight deadlines are essential.
• High accuracy and attention to detail are a must for both laboratory and office-based work.
• A strong and open communication skills is essential.
• Fluent operating Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel and PowerPoints is essential.
• Experience of using Laboratory information management systems (LIMS) is advantageous.
• Experience in PCR, qPCR and Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS)-based analysis is advantageous.