Weekend Lab Assistant

Mitie; Scotland; On-site; GBP 7,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading facility management provider is looking for a part-time laboratory support role in Irvine, Scotland. Ideal for undergraduates gaining experience, the responsibilities include preparing laboratory solutions, conducting equipment checks, and maintaining compliance in a regulated environment. Candidates should have A level or higher education, attention to detail, and effective communication skills. This part-time role offers 10 hours of work per week, making it suitable for those with flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a regulated environment, preferably in chemistry.
• Effective communication skills to engage with stakeholders.
• Confidence to challenge processes and drive improvements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare mobile phase and daily laboratory solutions.
• Conduct equipment performance qualification checks.
• Ensure schedule tasks to avoid production impact.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Methodical work approach

Education

Education at A level/Higher

Experience in a GxP environment

Job description

Salary: £6,552 per annum – Contract: Part Time – Position Type: Permanent – Hours: 10 hours per week. Location: GSK, Shewalton Road, Irvine, North Ayrshire, Scotland, KA11 5AP. Anyone with an allergy to penicillin will not be considered for the role due to the product being made at the site.

Role Overview

We have an opening to support our Pharmaceutical client within the Irvine area, offering laboratory support working within an integrated environment and with a well established team.

The opportunity is ideal for an undergraduate looking to gain vital experience while studying, or for an individual whose weekend schedule fits this role. It is important to have an appreciation of working in a regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare mobile phase, eluent, reagents, and daily laboratory solutions and samples.
• Remove laboratory waste, collect samples, and perform glassware cleaning.
• Conduct equipment performance qualification checks and schedule equipment calibration and functionality testing.
• Ensure tasks are completed according to the schedule to avoid any impact on production.
• Adhere to ALCOA+ principles (attributable, legible, contemporaneous, original, and accurate).
• Maintain 100% completion in MyLearning and Mitie Learning Hub.
• Provide flexibility to cover any activity supporting plant production.

Qualifications

• Education at A level/Higher or demonstrable experience in a GxP environment, preferably in chemistry.
• Attention to detail and ability to work methodically.
• Effective communication skills to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Confidence to challenge behaviours and drive continuous improvement.
• Ability to work under pressure, independently, and to move between laboratories.
• Physical ability to lift and move equipment as required.