Research Technician

Yorktowned; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a dedicated Research Technician to support biomarker research in a state-of-the-art facility. This role involves hands-on work with human tissue samples, managing inventory, and performing histopathological techniques. You'll collaborate closely with scientists and stakeholders to ensure efficient laboratory operations. The position offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package, including private medical care and an extra day off for your birthday. Join a passionate team and make a significant impact in the life sciences sector!

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Private Medical Care

Dental Care

Extra Day Off for Birthday

Qualifications

• Practical laboratory experience in histopathology and tissue sectioning.
• Proficient in sample tracking and inventory management systems.

Responsibilities

• Support scientists in histopathology tasks including tissue sectioning.
• Ensure compliance with HTA regulations and GCP standards.

Skills

Histopathology

Tissue Sectioning

Slide Preparation

Inventory Management

Sample Tracking

Communication Skills

Problem-solving Skills

Education

Degree in Biosciences or Life Sciences

Tools

LIMS

Electronic Sample Management Tools

Job description

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The Opportunity

Avantor is seeking a dedicated and driven

The Opportunity

Avantor is seeking a dedicated and driven Research Technician (Histopathology) to join our team in Cambridge, UK. In this role, you'll be responsible for supporting biomarker research by helping with human tissue samples, managing consumables for the group and supporting performing histopathological techniques such as tissue sectioning and slide preparation. You'll work close with scientists and stakeholders to ensure efficient sample tracking, inventory management and laboratory operations.

This full-time, permanent position is based at our state-of-the-art facility at The Discovery Centre, Bio-Medical Campus in Cambridge. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer an attractive benefits package, including a pension scheme, private medical and dental care, and an extra day off for your birthday.

Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

The Team

You'll be working alongside a skilled team supporting automated immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, and in situ hybridization assays. You'll be part of our Lab and Production Services department, which provides comprehensive support to leading pharmaceutical companies and laboratories worldwide, particularly within Research and Development in the Life Sciences sector.

What We're Looking For

• Education: Degree in biosciences or life sciences (or equivalent experience)
• Experience:
• Practical laboratory experience, particularly in histopathology, tissue sectioning, and slide scanning
• Proficient in sample tracking and inventory management systems, ideally with experience using LIMS and electronic sample management tools
• Good understanding of regulatory and safety standards, including GCP, HTA, SHE, and COSHH, and a willingness to follow SOPs and training requirement
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, capable of working collaboratively with internal scientists and external partners
  
  

How You Will Thrive And Make An Impact

• Support scientists by assisting in daily histopathology tasks, including immunohistochemistry, digital slide scanning, and tissue sectioning from blocks
• Perform automated staining techniques on clinical trial tissue samples to aid in biomarker analysis
• Contribute to lab operations within the Clinical Translational Pathology area, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality data
• Ensure strict compliance with Human Tissue Authority (HTA) regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards while performing laboratory tasks
• Collaborate with the team to maintain accurate documentation and uphold laboratory safety and quality standards
  
  

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!

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Science

• Industries

  Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories

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