Laboratory Technician
Earlham Institute
Norwich, England, gb
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The role:
The successful candidate will assist the to provide scientific and technical laboratory support to staff, students and visitors at the Earlham Institute (EI). They will help to support the safe and efficient running of the laboratories, and ensure that all samples, reagents and waste is handled, stored and disposed correctly. They will also assist with the maintenance and servicing of all laboratory equipment and facilities at the Institute.
You will be the only laboratory technician supporting around 40 laboratory users and students. You will be part of , reporting to the Operational and Laboratory Manager.
The role will require you to work independently for the majority of the role, however occasional teamwork will be required.
The role will enable the post holder to develop their management and communication skills in delivery of laboratory tasks and small projects aimed at improving the current service. The role focuses on ensuring good laboratory practice is maintained throughout the Institute, and EI can offer opportunities to grow in the role and develop knowledge and skills in general laboratory management and health and safety.
Due to the variety of research being caried out at the Institute, the candidate will also have opportunity to develop their own scientific knowledge and increase their understanding of the techniques and scientific equipment being used in the Institute.
The ideal candidate:
Candidates should have three A-levels (or equivalent) including a science based subject or should have previous experience working in a laboratory. The candidate should be able to demonstrate sound IT skills and be able to work well independently and as a part of a team.
They will have good communication skills and organisational skills including attention to detail to promote safe working and good laboratory practice.
Additional information:
Salary on appointment will be within the range £22,011 to £24,000 per annum depending on qualifications and experience. A higher salary may be considered for exceptional candidates. This is a full-time post for a contract of 5 years. Interviews will be held on Wednesday 31 July 2024. Please note, this post does not meet UKVI requirements to provide visa sponsorship. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to offer an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for this vacancy. The closing date for applications will be 12 July 2024
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