Laboratory Technician

Ellison Institute of Technology; Oxford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ellison Institute of Technology in Oxford is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support laboratory operations, maintain cleanliness, and ensure efficient workflows in a fast-paced research environment.

You will assist with inventory, ordering, and basic tasks while upholding high safety standards and accurate record-keeping. The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and reliable multitasking in a dynamic lab setting.

Qualifications

• BSc in a related field is required.
• Experience in laboratory maintenance and basic techniques/safety protocols.
• Strong attention to detail and focus on organisation and cleanliness.
• Good communication and ability to work effectively within a team.
• Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently.
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift/move supplies.

Responsibilities

• Provide general laboratory support and maintenance under supervision, keeping areas clean and safe.
• Assist with inventory, ordering, labelling, and logistics for reagents and supplies.
• Help ensure health and safety compliance, proper handling and storage of materials.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Education

BSc qualification in a related field

Job description

Join us at EIT: At the Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT), we're on a mission to translate scientific discovery into real world impact. We bring together visionary scientists, technologists, engineers, researchers, educators and innovators to tackle humanity's greatest challenges in four transformative areas: Health, Medical Science & Generative Biology Food Security & Sustainable Agriculture Climate Change & Managing CO₂ Artificial Intelligence & Robotics This is ambitious work - work that demands curiosity, courage, and a relentless drive to make a difference. At EIT, you'll join a community built on excellence, innovation, tenacity, trust, and collaboration, where bold ideas become real-world breakthroughs. Together, we push boundaries, embrace complexity, and create solutions to scale ideas from lab to society. Explore more at www.eit.org .

Your Role:

We are looking for a Laboratory Technician with demonstrable experience to assist in the smooth and efficient operation of our laboratories by providing essential logistical, maintenance and support functions. This role will support our laboratory services, supporting cutting-edge research. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone interested in laboratory operations to further their hands‑on experience in a dynamic, fast‑paced, collaborative research environment. This role will be responsible for maintaining the laboratories cleanliness, organisation and overall operational efficiency. It will involve supporting laboratory staff with basic technical tasks, inventory management and ensuring that the laboratory environment meets the required standards for safe and effective research. The ideal candidate will be detail‑orientated, able to multitask and demonstrate excellent communication skills, with a strong focus on maintaining laboratory supplies, equipment and workflow. Hours of work will generally be Monday to Friday, core hours 08:30 - 17:30 and will be office/site based. However, due to the nature of the role and organisation there may be times where flexibility is required during the evening and occasionally weekends.

Your Responsibilities:

• Laboratory Support and Maintenance: General laboratory maintenance with guidance from Scientific Operations Manager and existing technicians. Keep the laboratory clean and organised, including regularly cleaning common spaces and ensuring waste streams are appropriately managed. Ensure that all equipment is properly received, logged, stored, calibrated, and maintained. Assist with equipment setup and basic troubleshooting where requested. Act as point of contact for maintenance and servicing from external stakeholders, ensuring laboratory code of conduct is maintained throughout visits. Disinfect and sterilise laboratory tools, consumables, and areas according to established protocols or where requested. Ensure that laboratory safety standards are adhered to, including proper handling and disposal of waste materials.
• Inventory Management: Assist in managing inventory of reagents, consumables, and laboratory supplies. Keep accurate records of inventory levels, assist with ordering new stock, and ensure that supplies are replenished in a timely manner. Work alongside finance business partners and procurement to ensure that logistics and deliveries are maintained, and adequate equipment/instruments have been specified and procured. Ensure that all reagents and materials are correctly labelled, stored, and easily accessible for workflows. Assist with the transport and preparation of biological samples, ensuring that proper documentation and labelling procedures are followed. Handle and deliver consumables or samples to designated researchers or technical teams.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Assist with maintaining a safe and compliant laboratory environment by adhering to health and safety guidelines. Assist in monitoring laboratory conditions, including temperature‑sensitive storage for reagents or biological samples. Help to ensure that laboratory personnel are following all safety protocols and that safety equipment (e.g., personal protective equipment, eyewash stations) is properly maintained and accessible.

Essential Skills, Qualifications & Experience:

• BSc qualification in a related field.
• Experience in laboratory maintenance and familiarity with basic laboratory techniques and safety protocols.
• Strong attention to detail and a focus on organisation and cleanliness.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain accurate records.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Ability to manage time efficiently and handle multiple tasks.
• Basic understanding of laboratory safety practices and handling of biological materials.
• Comfortable with lifting and moving supplies and equipment, as well as standing for extended periods.

Desirable Skills, Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience with AI & Robotics or Device Engineering is not essential, but highly desirable.