Job Description - Scientific Administrator

Scientific Administrator

Location: Potters Bar
Hours: Part-Time | 1–2 days per week
Contract: Temporary to Permanent

Morgan Jones is currently recruiting for a Part-Time Scientific Administrator to join an established scientific organisation based in Potters Bar.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-focused individual with a scientific or laboratory background who is looking for a part-time administrative position.

Working within a professional scientific environment, you will provide administrative support across the team, helping to maintain accurate records, documentation and systems while ensuring day-to-day processes run smoothly.

The role would be particularly well suited to someone who has previously worked within a laboratory, pharmaceutical, scientific or technical environment and is looking to utilise their existing knowledge in an administrative capacity.

The Role

* Providing administrative support within a scientific environment

* Maintaining accurate records, databases and documentation

* Inputting and updating information on internal systems

* Preparing and processing reports, documents and correspondence

* Managing emails and responding to general administrative enquiries

* Maintaining electronic and paper-based filing systems

* Supporting with data entry and record keeping

* Ensuring documentation is completed accurately and within required timescales

* Assisting with the preparation of reports and spreadsheets

* Communicating professionally with internal teams and external contacts

* Handling sensitive and confidential information appropriately

* Supporting the wider team with general administrative duties as required

About You

We're looking for someone who is highly organised, reliable and detail-focused, with an understanding of working within a scientific or laboratory environment.

Essential:

* Previous administration or office-based experience

* Scientific, laboratory or technical background

* Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

* Good written and verbal communication skills

* Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office

* Strong organisational and time-management skills

* Ability to work independently and use your own initiative

* Professional and confidential approach

* Reliable and committed attitude

* Ability to work effectively as part of a team

* Availability to work 1–2 days per week

Desirable:

* Previous experience within a laboratory, pharmaceutical, scientific or technical environment

* Scientific qualification or relevant degree

* Experience working with scientific records or documentation

* Previous experience within a regulated environment

* Familiarity with databases and data management systems

What's on Offer

Part-time hours – 1–2 days per week

Temporary to Permanent opportunity

Opportunity to work within an established scientific environment

Professional and supportive working environment

Opportunity to utilise your existing scientific knowledge

Long-term employment potential

Opportunity to develop your administrative experience

Apply Today

If you're an experienced Administrator, Scientific Administrator, Laboratory Administrator or Technical Administrator with a scientific background and are looking for a part-time opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

This could also be an excellent opportunity for someone with a scientific or laboratory background who is looking to move into an administrative role while maintaining a connection to the scientific sector.

About Morgan Jones

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Due to the high volume of applicants we receive, if you have not heard from us within 72 hours, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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