Laboratory Technician

ZipRecruiter; South Oxfordshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Laboratory Technician for a temp-to-perm role in Didcot, UK. Ideal for graduates in Chemistry or those with lab experience. Responsibilities include sample analysis and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Must have a full clean driving license and be immediately available. Competitive salary of £12.21 per hour, full training provided.

Benefits

Full training in lab analysis

Opportunity for career growth

Qualifications

• Graduate or relevant experience in analytical or related fields.
• Lab experience or experience in a fast-paced production environment.
• Full clean driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Receipt and analysis of samples using analytical techniques.
• Ensure compliance with UKAS ISO17025 and GLP standards.
• Drive to sites occasionally to collect samples.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving capability

Communication skills

Motivated individual

Education

Degree in a relevant scientific discipline

Job description

Job Description

Are you looking to gain some experience in an Analytical Laboratory? Are you immediately available to begin?

A leading and successful provider of analytical testing and Environmental services are currently seeking a Laboratory Technician to join the team in their environmental testing Lab in Didcot, Oxfordshire, on a temp to perm basis. Ideal for Graduates of Chemistry, or related disciplines, or if you have prior lab experience, or experience from a fast paced production environment. Due to the urgency of the role you must be immediately available to begin. The role will occasionally involve driving to client sites to collect samples, so a full clean driving licence is essential.

Role Overview

• Receipt and Analysis of Samples using a range of Analytical Techniques.
• Ensure all work is conducted in line with relevant regulations and standards such as UKAS ISO17025, GLP.
• Occasional - a few times per quarter- drive to sites to collect samples.
• Temporary to permanent, Full-time role Monday-Friday. 39 hours per week (Monday-Thursday 8:30am -5pm, Friday 8:30am-4pm)
• £12.21ph

Requirements

• A Degree or equivalent in a relevant scientific discipline is highly beneficial but not essential.
• Experience in a fast paced production line environment highly beneficial (does not need to be lab based or in the scientific sector, e.g. working in a food production line would be beneficial)
• Must be highly motivated, with great attention to detail and problem-solving capability, excellent communication skills and a strong appreciation for the principles of quality and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.
• You must be immediately available to begin and based a commutable distance from site in Didcot.
• Full Clean Driving Licence (Manual) is Essential
• 'First Aid At Work' Certificate but not essential.

In return

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain full training and working experience within the field of lab-based Analysis. Ideal for graduates of Chemistry or if you’re a particularly motivated individual with an interest in science, looking to get some experience in a lab.

For more information or to apply, please contact Louis Williams.

Due to the volume of applications received on a daily basis, we find it incredibly difficult to respond to each and every one. Should you not hear back from us within two weeks, please assume your application was unsuccessful on this occasion.

Network Scientific is an award-winning science recruitment agency specialising in the provision of temporary, permanent and contract recruitment services to the scientific and related technical industries. We’re an ethical and knowledgeable consultancy passionate about our candidate care.

If you feel this role is not right for you but are interested in other opportunities in the Scientific sector, please take a look at our company website.

Please note that all applicants for this role should be able to prove that they are legally entitled to work in the UK. Network Scientific Recruitment, part of Network Scientific Ltd. is an Employment Business/Agency