Laboratory Technician

VRS-UK; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global provider of scientific solutions is seeking a Laboratory Technician for their R&D facility in Southampton, UK. This hands-on role involves supporting daily laboratory operations, managing liquid nitrogen systems, and coordinating waste handling. Candidates should have prior laboratory experience, excellent communication skills, and competence in Microsoft packages. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career development in a technical team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a laboratory or pharmaceutical environment.
• Hands-on experience maintaining and repairing general laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Supporting daily laboratory operations safely and consistently.
• Managing liquid nitrogen systems and laboratory consumables.
• Coordinating waste handling and ensuring compliance with SOPs.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Competent in Microsoft packages

Job description

Our client is a global provider of scientific solutions, helping laboratories around the world enable advancements in many areas such as pharmaceutical, food, environmental and healthcare. They are currently looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Laboratory Technician for their client's R&D facility in Southampton.

In this role, you'll play a vital hands‑on role in supporting day-to‑day laboratory operations. You will ensure essential laboratory services run smoothly, safely, and in compliance with site procedures, enabling scientists and end users to work effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supporting daily laboratory operations, ensuring services are delivered safely and consistently
• Managing liquid nitrogen systems, tuer tank checks, dewar filling, freezer monitoring, and deliveries
• Managing laboratory consumables, chemical stock checks and replenishment
• Coordinating waste handling, segregation, solvent decanting, and hazardous waste collections
• Hosting and supervising contractors requiring access to laboratory areas
• Ensuring all work aligns with site SOPs, change control processes, and quality systems

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a laboratory or pharmaceutical environment
• Hands‑on experience maintaining and repairing general laboratory equipment
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work well in a team
• Competent in using Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, etc.)

This position is advertised on a 6 month FTC and for your work you will be rewarded with a highly competitive salary Provincial-​ and opportunities to develop your career in a highly technical team!

Apply today to learn more about this exciting opportunity!

Keywords: laboratory, equipment, instrument, support, maintenance, facilities, consumables, stock, chemicals, glassware, health and safety, COSHH, hazard, lab waste, research, lab equipment, calibration, instrument technician, repair, maintenance, Southeast, England, Hampshire, Southampton, VRS9336PC

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