Laboratory Technician

Due to our laboratory expansion, we are currently looking for a Laboratory Technician. This exciting opportunity is based in Bartley, near Southampton.

This is full time on-site position (35hrs/week), Monday to Friday between 08:00 and 16:00. Salary £23,500 per annum, temp to perm - 3 months probation contract.

Previous experience is not essential as full training will be provided. This role may suite candidates searching for their first laboratory job.

The Laboratory Technician is principally responsible for sample preparation in a safe manner and in accordance with the requirements of VLS’s Quality Systems.

Responsibilities:

· Receive and unpack deliveries.

· Ensure samples received are handled in accordance with documented procedures.

· Prepare samples to required standard ready for extraction and clean-up.

· Perform a range of analytical testing as required by the Management Team to support routine operations.

· Communicate any operational problems and issues that may affect quality or service delivery to the Management Team.

· Set up and maintain laboratory equipment.

· Undertake any tasks within the laboratory appropriate to level of training.

· Maintain accurate records and stock level as detailed in the quality procedures.

· Maintain the working environment in a clean and tidy manner.

· Follow safety protocols and regulations.

· Disposal of used chemicals and test samples.

· To deliver services effectively, a degree of flexibility is needed, and the post holder may be required to perform work not specifically referred to above.

Job Requirements:

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be available to attend interviews and start work at short notice.

Due to limited public transport links to the laboratory, access to reliable private transport is necessary.

Key skills:

· Strong organisational skills.

· High level of attention to detail.

· Capacity to handle multiple tasks and high levels of workload.

· Ability to work to strict deadlines and prioritise under pressure.

· Confidence working as both part of a busy team and unsupervised.

· The ability to use your initiative and a proactive outlook.

Suitable candidates will also have enthusiasm, energy, and strong communications skills.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are not always able to reply to all applications.

If you haven't heard back from us within 2 weeks, then please accept that your application has been unsuccessful for the role we currently have advertised.

Thank you for your interest in this position.