Laboratory Technician - Genetic Toxicology

Lab; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global drug development company in Huntingdon is seeking a Laboratory Technician to assist in Genetic Toxicology. In this role, you will learn vital technical laboratory skills while ensuring compliance with SOPs and GLP guidelines. The successful candidate will have a BSc in a relevant life science and possess strong attention to detail and teamwork skills. Training opportunities are provided to help you progress in your career.

Qualifications

• Educated to BSc level in a relevant life science subject.
• Previous laboratory support experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with SOPs and GLP.
• Plan and complete routine tasks timely.
• Accurately record data and perform QC checks.
• Maintain safety standards and report findings.
• Prepare study files and conduct GLP studies.

Skills

Team working skills

Effective communication skills

Attention to detail

Knowledge of aseptic techniques

Education

BSc in a relevant life science subject

Job description

Do you want to join a global drug development company that will train and develop you?

Do you want to work in a laboratory?

Would you like to train as a Laboratory Technician?

As one of the world’s premier Contract Research Organisations, Labcorp Drug Development's mission is to help build a healthier and safer world by providing research services for a multitude of organizations.

As a Laboratory Technician within our Genetic Toxicology team based at Alconbury, near Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire you will play an integral part in achieving our mission by providing assistance in the performing and data recording of any aspects of departmental assays, both in vitro and in vivo where applicable, in compliance with appropriate SOPs (standard operating procedures), GxPs (good practice) and regulatory guidelines.

Whilst training you will learn a broad range of standard technical laboratory skills and techniques including how to work to recognised regulatory standards.

The main responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring compliance by performing study work in accordance with Study Plans, relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and GLP

• Meeting deadlines by effectively planning and completing routine and assigned tasks in a timely manner

• Ensuring quality through accurate data recording and performing QC checks following appropriate training

• Ensuring safe working practices in accordance with HASAWA and COSHH Identifying opportunities for continuous improvements

• Reporting any difficulty, uncertainty or unexpected finding to the Study Director and/or senior Genetic Toxicology personnel

Operational responsibilities:

• Learn a broad range of standard technical laboratory skills and techniques

• Take responsibility for routine tasks e.g. maintenance of cell stocks, reagent/media preparation, calibration checks, slide preparation

• Conduct regular stock takes in relevant laboratory areas and order appropriate lab products

• Show familiarity with the basic study set-up, preparation of study files and other documentation for study use e.g. controlled forms

• To learn to conduct GLP studies: Studies that may be performed include, but not limited to:- Ames test, In vitro/In vivo micronucleus test, Chromosome aberration assay, Mouse Lymphoma assay, COMET assay, microbiology and in vitro safety assessment study types

Education / Qualifications:

• Educated to BSc level in a relevant life science subject

Skills / Experience:

• Team working skills

• Effective communication skills

• Ability to follow instructions with excellent attention to detail

• Previous laboratory support experience is desirable with knowledge of aseptic techniques and GLP advantageous

If you are looking for a role where you will receive first class training and have the opportunity to develop and progress, then we would like to hear from you!

Due to the remote location of this site, there are no public transport links available.

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.

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