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Laboratory Technician

Employer
Labcorp
Location
Huntingdon, United Kingdom
Salary
Competitive
Start date
13 Aug 2022
Closing date
31 Aug 2022

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Discipline
Clinical Research
Hours
Full Time
Contract Type
Permanent
Experience Level
Experienced (non-manager)

Job Details

Do you want to join a global drug development company that will train and develop you?

Do you want to work in a laboratory?

Would you like to train as a Laboratory Technician?

As one of the world's premier Contract Research Organisations, Labcorp Drug Development's mission is to help build a healthier and safer world by providing research services for a multitude of organizations.

As a Laboratory Technician within our Genetic Toxicology team based in Alconbury, Cambridgeshire you will play an integral part in achieving our mission by providing laboratory based technical and operational support to colleagues working on studies.

Whilst training you will learn a broad range of standard technical laboratory skills and techniques including how to work to Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).

The main responsibilities will include:
  • Ensuring compliance by performing study work in accordance with Study Plans, relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and GLP
  • Meeting deadlines by effectively planning and completing routine and assigned tasks in a timely manner
  • Ensuring quality through accurate data recording and performing QC checks following appropriate training
  • Ensuring safe working practices in accordance with HASAWA and COSHH
  • Identifying opportunities for continuous improvements
  • Reporting any difficulty, uncertainty or unexpected finding to the Study Director and/or senior Genetic Toxicology personnel


Operational responsibilities:
  • Learn a broad range of standard technical laboratory skills and techniques
  • Take responsibility for routine tasks e.g. maintenance of cell stocks, reagent/media preparation, calibration checks, slide preparation
  • Conduct regular stock takes in relevant laboratory areas and order appropriate lab products
  • Show familiarity with the basic study set-up set up and preparation of study files and other documentation for study use e.g. controlled forms
  • To learn to conduct GLP studies. Studies that may be performed include, but not limited to:
    • Ames test, In vitro/In vivo micronucleus test, Chromosome aberration assay, Mouse Lymphoma assay, COMET assay, microbiology and in vitro safety assessment study types


Education:
  • Minimum GCSE's or equivalent including Maths, English and Science


Skills and experience:
  • Team working skills
  • Effective communication skills
  • Ability to follow instructions with excellent attention to detail
  • Previous laboratory support experience is desirable with knowledge of aseptic techniques and GLP advantageous


If you are looking for a role where you will receive first class training and have the opportunity to develop and progress, then we would like to hear from you!

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

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Company

At Labcorp, we believe in the power of science to change lives. We are a leading global life sciences company that delivers answers for crucial health questions —because we know that knowledge has the potential to make life better for all. Through our unparalleled diagnostics and drug development capabilities, we provide insights and accelerate innovations that not only empower patients and providers but help medical, biotech, and pharmaceutical companies transform ideas into innovations. Here, you can join our more than 70,000 employees, serving clients in more than 100 countries, as we work together to make a real impact on people’s lives. Join us in our pursuit of answers.

 

 

 

 

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United Kingdom

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