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Laboratory Assistant

Wokingham

6 Month Contract

Inside IR35

£12.18 PAYE per hour, rate will increase from 1st April 2025

Unlock Your Potential as a Laboratory Assistant with a Leading Innovator in the Food and Pharmaceutical Industry

Are you ready to embark on a career that promises not just a job, but a journey of learning and growth? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Laboratory Assistant to join a team that is at the forefront of delivering scientific excellence in the food and pharmaceutical sectors. This role is not just a position; it's your chance to contribute to groundbreaking projects that impact lives globally. Situated in the heart of innovation, this role offers the perfect blend of challenge, development, and reward.

What You Will Do:
- Perform vital dishwasher duties to ensure the availability of clean glassware, adhering strictly to SOPs to prevent contamination.
- Engage in manual washing of glass pipettes, maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and efficiency.
- Proactively maintain stocks of essential consumables within the laboratories, ensuring seamless operational flow.
- Manage waste streams effectively, including the removal of full glass bins and ensuring the waste solvent fume hood is correctly labeled and maintained.
- Contribute to the general laboratory cleanliness, ensuring a safe and compliant working environment for all.
- Participate in safety and quality training, embracing personal development opportunities to enhance your skill set.

What You Will Bring:
- A-Level / HNC level education or equivalent industry experience, ready to fulfill the role's requirements.
- A keen understanding of basic lab equipment, with a meticulous attention to detail.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, coupled with an accountable, honest, and hardworking ethos.
- A natural inclination towards problem-solving, with the ability to work efficiently under pressure.
- Computer literacy in standard MS office applications, with a self-motivated and enthusiastic approach to learning.

Company Contribution & Industry Information:
This role places you at the heart of a company that is customer-focused, science-led, and results-driven. The company's commitment to delivering high-quality analytical analyses across pharmaceutical, healthcare, and food sectors underscores its position as a leader in research and innovation. As a Laboratory Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the laboratories operate efficiently, directly contributing to the company's mission of excellence and innovation.

Location:
This opportunity is based at the company's dynamic site, renowned for its cutting-edge research and development activities in the food and pharmaceutical industry.

Take the Next Step:
If you are passionate about making a difference and eager to join a team that values technical excellence, we want to hear from you. This is more than a job; it's a chance to grow, learn, and contribute to exciting projects that have a real-world impact. Apply now to become a Laboratory Assistant and take the first step towards a fulfilling and rewarding career.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to shape your future – apply today!

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