Laboratory Technician

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work in custom built laboratories within the Ecotoxicology Department of Environmental Risk Sciences, Smithers Ltd. Based in Harrogate, we are currently recruiting for a Laboratory Technician, ideally with previous GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) and/ or laboratory experience.

The role is varied in nature and includes general housekeeping and cleaning, culturing and maintenance of organisms, routine maintenance of equipment and laboratory supplies. The successful candidate will work as part of a team and be mainly lab based.

The role is 35 hours per week (with a full-time equivalent salary),from 9:00 till 12:30 on Saturday and 8:15am to 4:30pm Tuesday to Thursday.

Training will be given in all aspects of the role, including:

• set-up and maintenance of laboratory degradation studies;
• sample analysis;
• data processing;
• general laboratory and housekeeping duties.

Responsibilities of the role may vary depending on your qualifications and relevant experience.

Qualifications and Experience

Required minimum qualifications are relevant A Level, or equivalent in a related scientific subject.

Interested applicants should have excellent IT skills, be well-organised, enthusiastic and demonstrate a hands-on approach to work with an ability to use their initiative and apply knowledge. Excellent communication skills both written and oral are essential.

We Offer

We offer opportunities to work in a fast-paced team alongside bright, interesting colleagues while building a flexible and rewarding career.

As a global employer, we also offer a generous benefit package to all our employees including private healthcare, employer-matched pension contributions, 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, annual health checks, eyecare vouchers, free mortgage advice service and more.

There is no better time to join us!

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