R&D Lab Technician: Insect Rearing & Biosecurity

Flyttr; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Flyttr in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lab Technician to join our R&D team working on self-limiting insect technology that supports biosecurity and agricultural research.

You will maintain insect colonies, assist with experimental setup, record data and help ensure safety and regulatory compliance across projects, including occasional weekend rota duties.

Educated to A-level in a scientific subject, you will be adaptable, collaborative and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Educated to A-level standard in a scientific subject.
• Experience of working in a biological sciences laboratory is preferred, with insect rearing expertise desirable.
• Good communication skills.
• Have a creative approach to problem solving and the development of applied solutions.
• Demonstrate adaptability and flexibility, thriving and being resilient in an environment of change and ambiguity.

Responsibilities

• Maintain multiple insect colonies and to ensure insects are available in a timely way and at appropriate scale to evaluate mass rearing approaches.
• Supporting the team with experimental set up and data collection, according to specified protocols to deliver mass production and release strategies.
• Carefully record data and document activities and processes within laboratory books or other applicable records.
• Supporting the smooth running of the laboratory as directed by the line manager, maintaining tidiness, and supporting the team's compliance to established procedures, regulations and health and safety.
• Preparation and maintenance of laboratory stock solutions, insect diets and equipment, including ordering of laboratory supplies.
• Assisting with maintaining up to date health and safety records and writing and updating SOPs, COSHH and risk assessments.
• Providing clear communication to the rearing development scientist and team lead on experimental status.
• Follow Health & Safety and containment requirements for all activities
• Providing occasional weekend support as part of a rota within the R&D team.

Skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Team player

Problem solving

Education

A-level science

Job description

Flyttr in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lab Technician to join our R&D team working on self-limiting insect technology that supports biosecurity and agricultural research.

You will maintain insect colonies, assist with experimental setup, record data and help ensure safety and regulatory compliance across projects, including occasional weekend rota duties.

Educated to A-level in a scientific subject, you will be adaptable, collaborative and thrive in a fast-paced environment.