Laboratory Technician

Medicines Evaluation Unit Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A clinical trials company in Manchester is looking for a candidate to assist with processing clinical trial samples and perform various lab tasks. The position requires strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work flexible shifts. A good educational background is essential, and lab experience is preferable. The role offers benefits including 29 days annual leave, pension scheme, and healthcare plan.

Benefits

29 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Generous annual bonus

Healthcare plan

Free secure on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience working in a lab is advantageous.
• Demonstrate excellent attention to detail and ability to use initiative.

Responsibilities

• Process samples taken from clinical trial participants.
• Log samples and manage subsequent storage/shipping.
• Carry out pregnancy and drugs of abuse testing.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Education

Good well-rounded education

Job description

Overview

An exciting role to join a continually expanding, early phase clinical trials company working with some of the most distinguished domestic and global pharmaceutical companies.

Responsibilities

The role involves processing of samples taken from clinical trial participants, logging of samples and their subsequent storage/shipping, carrying out pregnancy testing, drugs of abuse testing, assisting with general organisation of the lab and preparation of supplies for study visits.

Qualifications

A good, well-rounded education is required, as well as an interest in laboratory work. A science degree is not essential, but experience working in a lab is advantageous.

The ability to communicate effectively with the team is required, alongside strong organisational skills. You should demonstrate excellent attention to detail and the ability to use your own initiative.

You must be able to work in accordance with a varied shift pattern including early shifts, late shifts and weekend work.

Benefits

• 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 33 days after 5 years of service
• Company pension scheme
• Generous annual bonus and healthcare plan after qualifying period
• Free secure on-site parking
• Healthcare plan

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CRO-Solutions is our sister company to Medicines Evaluation Unit Ltd. Located at Salford Quays, CRO-Solutions has the ability to offer a single site solution for all your clinical trial needs.