Laboratory Technician

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Moor Row; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Laboratory Technician for a 12-month contract in Moor Row, UK. You will support an analytical team while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have GCSEs in Science, good organisational skills, and a keen attention to detail. This on-site role requires a dedication to promoting efficient lab operations while assisting with waste management and routine cleaning tasks. A team-oriented mindset is essential. Competitive hourly rates apply.

Qualifications

• Possess Science GCSEs or equivalent qualifications.
• Demonstrate good organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Be aware of conventional and radiological safety.
• Display strong IT skills.
• Work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of assigned programmes for timely analytical results.
• Work in compliance with quality management systems.
• Ensure safe working practices by following procedures.
• Support the analytical team effectively.
• Manage waste samples and consumables.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of the laboratory.
• Take responsibility for personal development.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation.
• Promote efficient operational practices to minimize waste.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

IT literate

Ability to work as part of a team

Education

Science GCSEs at grades A-C (or equivalent)

Job description

Laboratory Technician (Contract)

Location: Cumbria (onsite 5 days a week)

Contract Length: 12 months

Rate: £19.46 - £20.64 per hour (Umbrella)

IR35 Status: Inside IR35

Clearance Required: BPSS

Notice Period: 1 month

The Role

We are currently seeking a Laboratory Technician to join an analytical team, supporting the delivery of an efficient and high-quality analytical service. This is an agency-based position, working in line with strict safety, quality, and environmental standards.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting laboratory operations, ensuring analytical results are delivered to time and quality expectations while maintaining compliance with all relevant procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of assigned programmes of work to support timely and accurate analytical results
• Work in compliance with laboratory quality management systems to support accreditation
• Follow processes and procedures to ensure safe working practices at all times
• Support the analytical team to deliver a consistent and efficient service
• Assist with the waste management of samples and consumables
• Carry out routine laboratory cleaning and maintenance activities
• Take responsibility for personal development and ongoing learning
• Ensure compliance with legislation, policies, and procedures
• Promote efficient operational practices to minimise financial and material waste

Essential Experience & Skills

• Science GCSEs at grades A-C (or equivalent)
• Good organisational skills with strong attention to detail
• Awareness of conventional and radiological safety
• IT literate
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Desirable

• Previous experience in an analytical chemistry or laboratory environment

Additional Information

This role is well suited to candidates looking to develop or build on laboratory experience within a regulated and safety-critical environment