Operations Support Technician (M/F/D)

Avantor; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job description

The Opportunity:

Previous experience in a scientific or laboratory environment, and/or a scientific degree is not a requirement for this role! We’ll consider applicants from other industries as full training is provided.

Maybe you’re working in logistics, hospitality or retail but have an interest in science - this could be your opportunity to transition your career into the laboratory world!

Avantor is looking for a pro-active and motivated Operations Support Technician to join the team based in Cambridge. In this position you’ll take ownership of assisting scientists within the Biosciences laboratory by performing a range of general laboratory duties to ensure efficient operation of the department.

This role will be a full-time permanent position based in brand-new facility at the customer site - The Discovery Centre, Bio-Medical Campus in Cambridge. Next to an attractive salary, we offer multiple benefits such as pension scheme, private medical and dental care, and additional day off for your birthday.

Working hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30 - 17:00 and Friday, 8:30 – 16:00

The team

You’ll work alongside other Laboratory Technicians, who are supporting laboratory operations. You will belong to our business department Lab and Production Services, which supports big pharmaceutical companies and laboratories all over the world, in Research and Development within the Life Sciences industry.

What we're looking for:

• Education: GCSE Maths & English (or equivalent) and an interest in science

• Experience:

• Full training will be given, previous experience in pharmaceutical/food manufacturing environment desirable but not essential
• Ability to understand and follow Health & Safety instructions
• Computer Literate
• Process driven and high level of attention to details
• Proven excellent customer service focus and ability to work collaboratively

How you'll thrive and create an impact:

• Stock management and rotation: daily consumable replenishment, utilising the inventory system and regular checks of chemicals and reagents' expiry dates and arrange disposal of any out of date materials via the correct waste disposal route
• Maintenance of laboratory consumable inventory, support identifying alternative products in the event of supply chain issues – preventing disruption to science
• Ordering of glassware, plasticware and media preparation solutions
• Equipment calibration including pH meters and pipette
• Laboratory housekeeping, supervising, and keeping communal areas clean and tidy, waste management and defrosting and cleaning of fridges and freezers

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

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