Laboratory Technician

CroBio; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A biotech company located in Alderley Park is looking for a Lab Technician to contribute to their R&D efforts. The role involves preparing growth media, supporting microbiology experiments, and maintaining lab equipment. Ideal candidates will have a relevant BSc and excellent practical skills. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for growth within the company. Interested candidates should send their CV and cover letter to [e-mail].

Benefits

Competitive salary

28 days paid holiday

Opportunity to develop new skills

Qualifications

• Strong practical lab skills and attention to detail.
• Basic knowledge of microbiological and molecular biology techniques.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Right to work in the UK and ability to start immediately.
• Must be within a commutable distance to Alderley Park and hold a valid UK driving licence.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced start-up environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare growth media, buffers, and reagents.
• Support experiments in microbiology and molecular biology.
• Assist with maintaining microbial cultures and plant growth experiments.
• Perform routine laboratory procedures following standard operating protocols.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure lab equipment is kept clean and functional.
• Contribute to general lab organisation and stock management.

Education

BSc in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology or a related field

MSc a plus

Tools

Bioinformatics

Programming

Job description

Lab Technician – CroBio (Alderley Park, Cheshire)

Salary: Competitive salary

Contract: Full-time, on-site

Start date: Immediate. Fixed-term 6-month contract, with the potential to become full-time.

Holiday: 28 days paid leave (including bank holidays)

CroBio is an innovative biotechnology company developing next-generation microbial soil amendments that improve drought resilience, nutrient efficiency, and soil health. Based at Alderley Park, we’re seeking a motivated Lab Technician to join our growing scientific team.

Role Overview

As a Lab Technician at CroBio, you will play a key role in supporting our R&D efforts by maintaining a well-organised and efficient laboratory environment. You will assist with media preparation, routine microbiological and molecular biology procedures, and general lab maintenance tasks. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in an applied research setting and grow within a fast-moving biotech startup.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare growth media, buffers, and reagents.
• Support experiments in microbiology and molecular biology.
• Assist with maintaining microbial cultures and plant growth experiments.
• Perform routine laboratory procedures following standard operating protocols.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure lab equipment is kept clean and functional.
• Contribute to general lab organisation and stock management.

Requirements

• BSc in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or a related field (MSc a plus).
• Strong practical lab skills and attention to detail.
• Basic knowledge of microbiological and molecular biology techniques.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Right to work in the UK and ability to start immediately.
• Must be within a commutable distance to Alderley Park and hold a valid UK driving licence.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced start-up environment as part of a small, close-knit team.
• Experience working with plants and soil is desirable but not essential.
• Skills in bioinformatics and programming are a bonus but not essential.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• 28 days paid holiday.
• On-site role within a world-class life science campus.
• Opportunity to develop new skills and grow with the company as we expand.

Please send CV and cover letter to [e-mail]