Laboratory Technician

Cambrex Corp.; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambrex Corp. in Edinburgh is seeking a dedicated laboratory technician to support the technical team. This role includes vital responsibilities such as maintaining laboratory equipment and ensuring compliance with quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have practical experience in a chemistry lab, a minimum HND or degree in a relevant scientific field, and a full clean UK driving licence. Join a diverse and inclusive team that values communication and flexibility in a constantly evolving environment.

Qualifications

• Practical experience in a chemistry laboratory setting is essential.
• Full clean UK driving licence is essential.
• Experience in working independently and within a team is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform calibration of laboratory equipment in line with schedules.
• Conduct maintenance of non-specialist laboratory equipment.
• Manage control and storage of laboratory materials and client samples.

Skills

Practical experience in a chemistry laboratory setting

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work safely in a lab environment

Flexibility to adapt to changing workloads

Education

Minimum HND or degree qualification in a relevant scientific field

Tools

TG/DSC

HPLC

pH meter

analytical balances

Job description

Job Overview

Cambrex is a leading global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO) with a focus on small molecules. Cambrex Edinburgh is mainly engaged in the development and testing of materials for pharmaceutical use, submitted by a wide range of clients with products at various stages of drug development. The company is ISO9001 accredited with its core services being solid form screening, crystallisation development and analytical development for a global client base.

As a laboratory technician based in Edinburgh, you will form an important part of our technical team and will provide vital support to the technical team maintaining the highest standards in equipment maintenance and calibration; lab organization, sample delivery and analysis; and working within a quality framework.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily, monthly and ad‑hoc calibration of laboratory equipment in line with schedules
• Conduct routine maintenance of non‑specialist laboratory equipment
• Manage receipt, control, storage and disposal of laboratory materials and client samples
• Transport of samples to external analysis vendor (local area)

Qualifications and Skills

• Practical experience in a chemistry laboratory setting (essential).
• Equipment calibration and maintenance e.g., TG/DSC, XRPD, DVS, pH meter, analytical balances, HPLC (desirable).
• Full clean UK driving licence (essential).
• Ability to work safely in a lab environment, adhering to local SHE policies (essential).
• Experience in working independently and within a team (essential).
• Working within ISO9001 quality standards (desirable).
• An enthusiastic team player with excellent communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to learn new skills and techniques.
• The motivation and the organisational planning tools to manage workload.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing workloads and priorities

Education, Experience & Licensing Requirements

• Minimum HND or degree qualification in a relevant scientific field (general chemistry, materials science, chemical engineering) or previously operated in a similar role (essential).

Cambrex will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, military status, or disability status.