Laboratory Technician

Kenton Black; Polbeth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Laboratory Support Worker for a water testing laboratory in Livingston. The position requires strong communication skills and attention to detail, with responsibilities including sample registration and preparation. Candidates should have prior experience in a busy environment, with science graduates encouraged to apply. This temporary role operates Tuesday to Saturday from 5 AM to 1 PM.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have previous experience in a warehouse, production, or similar busy environment.
• Science graduates are welcome, but prior work experience is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Receipt and registration of samples.
• Preparing samples for analysis.
• Analysing water samples in compliance with SOPs.
• Maintaining updated LIMS coding and logging.
• Assisting with administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Job description

Laboratory support worker (early morning shift)

I am currently recruiting for a laboratory support staff for a water testing laboratory based in Livingston. Please note the working hours are Tuesday to Saturday 5am-1.00PM. This is a temporary role.

Key responsibilities

• Receipt and registration of samples.
• Preparing samples.
• Analysing water samples.
• LIMS coding and logging, ensuring the system and sample logs are up-to-date.
• Flexibility to do admin and aid in the laboratory when needed.
• To carry out all activities in accordance standard operating procedures.

Requirements

• Previous experience in working within warehouse, production or similar busy environment – full training would be provided.
• Science graduates are welcome to apply but please note that this role will be within sample reception team with occasional tasks in laboratory analysis department.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with an excellent attention to detail.
• Candidates must have full eligibility to work in UK without restrictions.

If your skills match the above and you are interested in this position, then please apply now.