Laboratory Technician

VRS UK; Southampton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global scientific solutions provider in Southampton is seeking a motivated Laboratory Technician to support vital laboratory operations. This role involves managing liquid nitrogen systems, laboratory consumables, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures. Candidates should have experience in laboratory settings, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position is offered on a 6-month fixed-term contract with competitive salary and development opportunities.

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.).

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Laboratory experience

Equipment maintenance

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office proficiency

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.

Is your CV ready? If so, and you are confident this is the role for you, make sure to apply asap.

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, including 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 and opportunities to develop your career in a highly technical team!

Apply today to learn more about this exciting opportunity!

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