Biology Technician Location: Bracknell, Berkshire Contract Duration: 12 Months Pay Rate: £13.24/hour Hours: 36 per week (7.2 hours/day)About the RoleWe’re looking for a Biology Technician to join a dynamic research team focused on biochemical and biological screening. This is a hands-on lab-based role involving work with plants, fungi, insects, and cell cultures. You’ll play a key part in generating high-quality data to support early-stage scientific discovery.Key ResponsibilitiesWork independently and as part of a team while carrying out experimental work using established and novel screening methodsMaintain plants under glasshouse conditions for the duration of the test, disposal of plant material after test completion.Accurately assess plants for herbicidal symptomology and activity, validate and enter results into relevant databaseBe accountable for work being done with precision, accuracy and efficiencyPerform all activities in accordance with the Syngenta Health, Safety, and Environmental PolicyWork efficiently in high-throughput team environmentIdentify any issues, non-conformities and report themAccurately keep records and databases currentCan be involved in training of daily tasksGood work ethic and works consistently in performing roleProactive in identifying problems and assists in solving themShows initiative to improve ways of working of the screening platform What We’re Looking ForRequires a bachelor's degree in a related field (Biology, Environmental scienceGeneral knowledge of plant biology; ideally also with knowledge of weed control and some agronomy.Entry level knowledge of laboratory techniquesUse of Microsoft office programsGood analytical, organisational, and people skills.Be detailed oriented and a good communicatorAgility in learning new tasks, self-starter and team playerGood self-motivating, self-managing and time management skill sets