Laboratory Technician

Scott Bader; Wollaston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonus scheme

Enhanced employer pension contribution

Private medical insurance

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Paid day for volunteering

On-site parking and cafeteria

Job summary

A global manufacturer of advanced materials is seeking a Structural Adhesive Senior Assistant to conduct laboratory work and support product development. Responsibilities include project planning and maintaining accurate ISO-standard records, while qualifications include strong laboratory skills and a relevant degree. This role offers competitive salary, pension contributions, and additional benefits including annual leave and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow procedures, carry out testing, and record data accurately.
• Proficient in interpreting results and producing meaningful insights.
• Effective communicator across teams and with external contacts.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver laboratory work for development projects.
• Contribute to project planning and new product ideas.
• Maintain records and create reports in line with ISO standards.
• Collaborate with teams to support project success.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Data analysis

MS Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs)

Communication skills

Education

Degree in a relevant scientific subject

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Structural Adhesive Senior Assistant – Wollaston, UK

As our new Structural Adhesive Senior Assistant, you’ll undertake hands-on laboratory work within the Structural Adhesive Development team, supporting both short- and long-term projects. You will work under the guidance of the Adhesive Technology Manager and contribute to developing and testing innovative adhesive solutions that meet customer needs and drive product development forward.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise, and deliver laboratory work to support short- and long-term development projects.
• Apply formulation knowledge to contribute to project planning, problem solving, and new product ideas.
• Maintain accurate records and create clear reports in line with ISO 9000 standards.
• Collaborate with R&D teams, commercial colleagues, and customers to support project success.
• Support pilot plant and manufacturing teams with product scale-up activities when required.

Qualifications

• Strong laboratory skills with the ability to follow procedures, carry out testing, and record data accurately.
• Proficient in data analysis, including reviewing and interpreting results to produce meaningful insights.
• Advanced MS Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUPs) and confidence with Microsoft Office tools.
• Clear and effective communicator, both verbally and in writing, across cross-functional teams and external contacts.
• Degree in a relevant scientific subject or significant hands-on laboratory experience.

What’s in it for me?

• Competitive salary with company bonus scheme and profit performance pay.
• Enhanced employer pension contribution (up to 2x your contribution, up to 10%).
• Private medical insurance and other employee benefits.
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, with option to purchase up to 5 extra days.
• One paid day per year for volunteering, with charity fundraising matching up to £1,000 per year.
• Head Office located in Wollaston, Northamptonshire with on-site parking, electric car charging, discounted cafeteria, and an on-site swimming pool.

About Scott Bader

Scott Bader is an employee-owned global manufacturer of advanced composites, structural adhesives, and functional polymers. Established in 1921, we employ around 800 people across 7 manufacturing sites and 18 offices worldwide, with a focus on innovation and technical expertise.

Our business balances social purpose with business needs, and we were the first UK company to hold a Common Ownership Certificate in 1951.

Diversity & Inclusion

We aim to create an environment welcoming to all people and to treat everyone with respect. We encourage innovation and open dialogue, enabling everyone to deliver high-quality service.