Laboratory Assistant

Adecco Sweden Aktiebolag; Göteborgs kommun; On-site; SEK 260,000 - 340,000; Part time

Job summary

Adecco Sweden Aktiebolag in Gothenburg seeks a Laboratory Assistant to support laboratory and packaging testing activities in a growing R&D environment. You will prepare samples, assist with routine tests, and ensure accurate labeling and documentation.

The right candidate is detail‑oriented, eager to learn, and fluent in English. Prior lab experience is welcome but not required, and you will work both independently and as part of a team in a structured setting.

Qualifications

• Interest in laboratory work, testing, and quality-related activities.
• Eagerness to learn and develop new skills in a laboratory environment.
• Detail-oriented and able to follow instructions and procedures.
• Good organizational skills and ability to work in a structured environment.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
• Previous laboratory, production, quality control, or testing experience is an advantage but not required.
• Experience with packaging testing equipment or documentation systems is meritorious.
• Enjoys working both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Preparing samples, materials, and simple test setups according to established procedures.
• Supporting routine laboratory testing under supervision.
• Ensuring correct labeling, handling, and organization of samples.
• Assisting with packaging testing activities, including torque, MVTR, and mechanical tests.
• Preparing samples for pouch and can validation studies.
• Setting up testing equipment and supporting test execution.
• Cleaning, organizing, and preparing laboratory equipment for use.
• Supporting the maintenance of test rigs and laboratory instruments.
• Recording test results, observations, and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Entering data into laboratory systems and logbooks according to standard procedures.

Job description

We are currently looking for a Laboratory Assistant to support laboratory and packaging testing activities within a growing R&D environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys practical laboratory work and wants to gain hands‑on experience in a dynamic and innovative setting. We welcome both junior candidates who are eager to learn and individuals with previous laboratory experience.

About the role

As a Laboratory Assistant, you will provide essential support to laboratory operations and packaging validation activities. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Preparing samples, materials, and simple test setups according to established procedures
• Supporting routine laboratory testing under supervision
• Ensuring correct labeling, handling, and organization of samples
• Assisting with packaging testing activities, including torque, MVTR, and mechanical tests
• Preparing samples for pouch and can validation studies
• Setting up testing equipment and supporting test execution
• Cleaning, organizing, and preparing laboratory equipment for use
• Supporting the maintenance of test rigs and laboratory instruments
• Recording test results, observations, and maintaining accurate documentation
• Entering data into laboratory systems and logbooks according to standard procedures

About you

We are looking for someone who:

• Has an interest in laboratory work, testing, and quality-related activities
• Is eager to learn and develop new skills in a laboratory environment
• Is detail-oriented and able to follow instructions and established procedures
• Has good organizational skills and enjoys working in a structured environment
• Is fluent in English, both spoken and written
• Has previous laboratory, production, quality control, or testing experience, which is considered an advantage but not a requirement
• Has experience working with packaging testing equipment or documentation systems, which is considered meritorious
• Enjoys working both independently and as part of a team

Contact information

We review applications on an ongoing basis. If you are selected for the next step in the process, you will be contacted for an initial telephone interview.

If you have questions regarding the position or the recruitment process, you are welcome to contact the responsible recruiter:

Adal Burhan – [e-mail]

If you have questions regarding your registration, please contact our support team at: [e-mail]

We look forward to receiving your application!