Laboratory Technician - In Vivo Genetic Toxicology

HAR Labcorp Early Development Laboratories Limited; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

No weekend work

Wider benefits package including/p>

Job summary

Labcorp is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join the In Vivo Genetic Toxicology team at Alconbury, near Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire. The role involves GLP-compliant study work, data recording, QC checks and routine lab tasks within a Monday–Friday, 37.5-hour schedule.

You will support a range of in vivo and in vitro safety tests, develop lab skills, and contribute to the accuracy and efficiency of study processes in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• GCSEs of grades C/4 or above in Maths, English and Science.
• Degree in Biology, Biomedical Science or Biochemistry preferred.
• Teamwork and effective communication skills are important for this role.

Responsibilities

• Perform study work in accordance with Study Plans, SOPs and GLP.
• Meet deadlines by planning and completing routine tasks.
• Ensure data accuracy and perform QC checks after training.
• Maintain safe working practices under HASAWA and COSHH and seek improvements.
• Report any difficulties or findings to the Study Director or senior staff.
• Learn a broad range of standard laboratory skills and techniques.
• Maintain routine lab tasks like cell stocks, reagents and calibration checks.
• Conduct stock takes and order lab products.
• Prepare study files and documentation for GLP studies (e.g., In vivo micronucleus test).
• Support both in vivo and in vitro safety assessment studies as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Education

GCSEs in Maths, English and Science (C/4 or above)

Degree in Biology / Biomedical Science / Biochemistry

Job description

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world. Together, we’re improving health and improving lives.

Labcorp is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our In Vivo Genetic Toxicology team at Alconbury, near Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday – 37.5 hrs

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensuring compliance by performing study work in accordance with Study Plans, relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and GLP (Good laboratory Practice)
• 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 and identifying opportunities for continuous improvements
• Reporting any difficulty, uncertainty or unexpected finding to the Study Director and/or senior Genetic Toxicology personnel
• 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 and slide preparation
• Conduct regular stock takes in relevant laboratory areas and order appropriate lab products
• Show familiarity with the basic study set-up set up and preparation of study files and other documentation for study use e.g. controlled forms
• Learn to conduct GLP studies: Studies that will be performed include the In vivo micronucleus test and COMET assay.
• Other in vitro safety assessment study types may be performed

Minimum Qualifications:

• GCSEs of grades C/4 or above in Maths, English and Science

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Biology, Biomedical Science, Biochemistry

Additional Job Standards:

• Worked with in vivo samples in a regulated environment
• Some previous laboratory support experience is welcome and knowledge of aseptic techniques and GLP
• Team working and effective communication skills
• Ability to follow instructions with excellent attention to detail

Benefits:

• Competitive salaries
• No weekend work
• Wider benefits package including pension and generous holiday allowance

If you're looking for a career that offers opportunities for growth, continual development, professional challenge and the chance to make a real difference,

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We believe in the power of science to change lives. Labcorp is a leading global life sciences company that provides vital information to help doctors, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, researchers, and patients make clear and confident decisions. Through our unparalleled diagnostics and drug development capabilities, we provide insights and accelerate innovations to improve health and improve lives. Here, you can join our nearly 70,000 employees, serving clients in more than 100 countries, as we work together to transform approaches to patient care.

As a Laboratory Technician within our Genetic Toxicology team you will play an integral part in achieving our mission by providing laboratory based technical and operational support to colleagues working on studies.

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