Laboratory Technician Level 3

Inspire ATA; London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspire ATA is seeking candidates for a laboratory role focused on data analysis and safety practices. The position involves executing tests and maintaining laboratory equipment while adhering to strict quality and safety standards. Applicants should be skilled in statistical techniques and demonstrate effective communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of quality procedures to meet workplace standards.
• Ability to apply statistical techniques for data processing.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations, risk assessment, and control.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tasks following specified methodologies.
• Follow quality procedures to meet relevant quality standards.
• Maintain safety and environmental standards in the laboratory.

Skills

Data analysis

Laboratory safety

Teamwork

Effective communication

Job description

Job Description

Combine data analysis & safety practices, execute diverse tests, maintain equipment, & contribute to organisational goals.

This occupation is found in a wide range of organisations, including but not limited to chemical, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, formulated products, nuclear companies, analytical science services, dental laboratories, and educational establishments. The broad purpose of the occupation is working at the forefront of technology to carry out routine and one-off laboratory testing (and manufacturing where relevant) and perform various technical support functions across the organisation.

Core Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours:

• Work safely in a laboratory, maintaining excellent housekeeping while following safety, environment, and risk management systems.
• Follow quality procedures to meet relevant quality standards.
• Prepare for laboratory tasks using appropriate scientific techniques, procedures, and methods.
• Perform laboratory tasks following specified methodologies, such as Standard Operating Procedures.

Why choose Inspire ATA?

We collaborate with high-quality training providers to deliver a wide range of training programmes through a blended learning approach tailored to each learner's needs. Inspire ATA recruits and employs each apprentice on behalf of the "host" client, providing additional support and a better experience for both apprentice and client. We also offer flexi-job apprenticeships, enabling short-term contracts and other non-standard employment models.

Additional Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of quality procedures to meet workplace standards.
• Understanding of safe data storage and handling in line with data protection and cybersecurity regulations.
• Ability to apply statistical techniques for data processing and presentation.
• Recognition of problems and application of scientific methods to identify causes and solutions.
• Understanding of the business environment, including personal roles, ethics, and conduct.
• Foundations of health and safety, including responsibilities under HASWA.
• Risk assessment and control, including COSHH and Safety Data Sheets.
• Compliance with health and safety policies, PPE use, manual handling, and emergency procedures.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping and control laboratory stock levels.
• Effective resource management, including energy, water, and waste efficiency.
• Adherence to regulatory requirements such as GLP, GMP, GDP.
• Technical competence in using specified instruments and equipment, reporting faults, and maintaining calibration.
• Contribution to report preparation.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently, taking responsibility for tasks and challenging unsafe practices.
• Understanding of the impact of work on others, emphasizing diversity and equality.