Laboratory Technician (M/F/D)

Overview

Avantor is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated

Laboratory Technician

to join the team based in

Cambridge, UK . In this role you’ll undertake responsibilities of laboratory housekeeping, indirectly supporting our client''s scientists.What we’re looking for

Education:

GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) and an interest in science

Experience:

Full training will be given; previous experience in a pharmaceutical/food manufacturing environment is desirable but not essential

Ability to understand and follow Health and Safety instructions

Computer Literate

Process-driven and a high level of attention to detail

Responsibilities

Maintenance of laboratory consumable inventory, identifying alternative products to roll out in the event of supply issues and daily consumable replenishment, utilising the site inventory system

Biological and chemical waste management

Receipt and unpacking of cell and biological samples deliveries, including temperature-sensitive and materials with special handling/storage requirements

Routine decontamination of incubators, water baths, class II cabinets and other equipment on site

Management of pipette inventory and organisation of calibration schedules

Working Hours:

Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PMThe teamYou\''ll work alongside other Laboratory Technicians, who support laboratory operations. You will belong to our business department Lab and Production Services, which supports leading pharmaceutical companies and laboratories all over the world, in Research and Development within the Life Sciences industry.Disclaimer:The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.Why Avantor?Dare to go further in your career.

Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.The work we do changes people’s lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom\''s voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world.

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