Laboratory Technician

Azenta Life Sciences; Takeley; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A life sciences company in Takeley is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join their Sanger sequencing team. No prior experience is necessary as full training will be provided. Key responsibilities include processing work orders, preparing sequencing templates, and maintaining inventory. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and a proactive attitude. This role offers a positive work environment and an array of benefits including private medical insurance and a pension plan.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Company Pension

Life Insurance

Electric vehicle leasing

Cycle to Work

Denplan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Profit sharing

LinkedIn Learning cooperation

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills; both verbal and written are essential.
• Ability to manage own load, work under pressure and to multiple deadlines.
• Be an effective team-player committed to company goals.

Responsibilities

• Processing work orders; data recording both manually and electronically.
• Prepare sequencing template, including: preparation, amplification and PCR purification.
• Strictly follow SOPs and Manager’s direction in training, sample handling, project processing and documentation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

IT literacy (MS Word, Excel)

Job description

GENEWIZ UK Ltd

At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships.

All we accomplish is grounded in our core values of Customer Focus, Achievement, Accountability, Teamwork, Employee Value and Integrity

Job Title

Laboratory Technician

Job Description

Laboratory Technician, Takeley, Essex, Monday to Friday with shift work (12 till 8pm)

Azenta Life Sciences is a market leader in automated biosample management solutions and genomic services across areas such as drug development and clinical and advanced cell therapies for the industry's top pharmaceutical, biotech, academic and healthcare institutions globally.

The team hold an opportunity for a Laboratory Technician to join the Sanger sequencing team based in Takeley, Essex. Monday to Friday with shift work. No previous experience is required as all necessary training will be given, applicants must have a positive “can do” attitude.

What You Will Do

• Processing work orders; data recording both manually and electronically.
• Prepare sequencing template, including: preparation, amplification and PCR purification.
• Check inventory and replenish consumable supplies.
• Prepare buffers and related solutions for onsite processors.
• Strictly follow SOPs and Manager’s direction in training, sample handling, project processing and documentation.
• Assist and maintain the cleanliness of work area.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

What You Will Bring

• Excellent interpersonal skills; both verbal and written are essential.
• Ability to manage own load, work under pressure and to multiple deadlines.
• Great analytical approach and problem solving.
• Be an effective team-player committed to company goals.
• Keen, Self motivated, proactive and a self starter.
• Ability to react to situations with a “sense of urgency” and responsibility.
• Must have some IT literacy, including MS Word and Excel.
• Please note own transportation preferable due to office location.

Our Offer

• Become part of a company that makes a positive contribution to launching groundbreaking scientific developments and therapies.
• Contribute to innovative cell therapies and be a part of revolutionary cancer therapies.
• Take advantage of the operational opportunities in a growing, modern, and innovative company within the health care/life science industry.
• Experience an intensive exchange of experiences and close cooperation in a worldwide network with our customers, friends, and partners.
• After your initial training, you will receive regular training and further education opportunities that are tailored to your needs.
• A workplace that promotes your maximum.
• Positive corporate culture and practiced teamwork across all locations.
• Our other benefits include:
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Company Pension.
• Life Insurance.
• Electric vehicle leasing.
• Cycle to Work.
• Denplan.
• Azenta Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Profit sharing.
• LinkedIn Learning cooperation.

EOE M/F/Disabled/VET. If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please email at [e-mail] for assistance.

Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.