Temporary Lab Admin Assistant — Edinburgh

Confidential; Penicuik; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

STEM Recruitment Solutions is recruiting a Laboratory Admin Assistant for a temporary contract based in Edinburgh. The role supports the lab team with sample processing, documentation and logistics, ensuring accurate records and timely delivery to the testing pipeline.

The successful candidate will help maintain high housekeeping standards, assist with lab activities, and work collaboratively with supervisors to keep lab operations running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Experience in lab admin or handling samples.
• Good housekeeping and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Assist with lab activities as directed by Supervisor/Team Leader.
• Operate material handling equipment safely and follow health & safety practices.
• Process samples, label jars, complete paperwork and update spreadsheets.

Job description

STEM Recruitment Solutions is recruiting a Laboratory Admin Assistant for a temporary contract based in Edinburgh. The role supports the lab team with sample processing, documentation and logistics, ensuring accurate records and timely delivery to the testing pipeline.

The successful candidate will help maintain high housekeeping standards, assist with lab activities, and work collaboratively with supervisors to keep lab operations running smoothly.