Senior Laboratory Technician

ZipRecruiter; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading life sciences company is seeking a Laboratory Support Technician in Lancaster, England. Responsibilities include performing various laboratory support tasks, managing inventory, and assisting in equipment maintenance. Candidates should have a high school diploma, strong organizational skills, and the ability to apply GMP/GLP effectively. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical coverage, paid time off, and a retirement plan.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Qualifications

• Ability to apply GMP/GLP in responsibilities.
• Capable of maintaining inventory logs effectively.
• Proficient in using computer programming and software.
• Good work habits with a focus on cleanliness and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory support operations in Molecular and Cell Biology.
• Coordinate inventory and manage reagent supplies.
• Assist in the maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Manage laboratory-generated waste properly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Logical thinking

Good oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Ability to work in a team

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, , composition, authenticity, , traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

Performing a wide range of general laboratory support operations in the Molecular and Cell Biology Services group; coordinating the receipt and inventory log entry of reagents and supplies; maintaining inventory logs for necessary reagents and supplies; performing daily equipment status monitoring; assisting in the routine maintenance of general laboratory equipment

Qualifications

Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate

Demonstrates and promotes the company vision

Regular attendance and punctuality

Coordinate the receipt and entry of reagents and supplies into the department inventory log

Maintain inventory logs for necessary reagents and supplies and communicate those logs to the appropriate individuals

Assist appropriate personnel in the location of and eventual removal of reagents and supplies from the active laboratory population when expired or exhausted

Assist in the routine maintenance of general laboratory equipment including biological safety cabinets, incubators, refrigerators, waterbaths, centrifuges, and platewashers

Assist in the proper disposal of laboratory generated waste

Ability to access and use computer programming including PC software

Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner

Performs other duties as assigned

Basic Minimum Qualifications (BMQ): To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill or ability required. (List three to five key quantifiable skills or position requirements that the candidate must have to be considered for this position.)

Education/Experience (BMQ): High school diploma or equivalent

Ability and/or Skills (BMQ): Reasoning skills, including logical thinking and deductive reasoning; good work habits (i.e., cleanliness, efficiency, cautiousness); accuracy in transcribing information; personal maturity and sense of responsibility; good oral and written communication skills; ability to learn new tasks, willingness to follow instructions and comply with company policies; consciuosness of, and a positive attitude toward quality control and safety procedures; good organizational skills; self motivated to improve; ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously; problem solving ability; retain important information and function under medium stress levels; ability to work well with others and as part of a team

Additional Information

Additional information

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE & COMPENSATION

• As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received recognition as a great place to work. We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays and vacation, personal days, and dental and vision options.
  

• Authorization to work in the United States without Sponsorship

  Eurofins is aM/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.