LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (APPRENTICE LEVEL 3)
THE MARINE BIOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION
Contract type: Fixed Term for 18 months
Closing date: 16 Jun 2026 11:59 AM
Location: Plymouth, UK
Salary:£15,392 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week – Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. Hours may vary depending on laboratory requirements including some early starts.
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Join the Marine Biological Association as a Laboratory Technician Apprentice! You’ll develop practical scientific and technical skills while supporting cutting‑edge research projects focused on understanding ocean health and the impacts of climate change.
Gain hands‑on experience in the use of scientific equipment and maintenance, laboratory techniques and health and safety. This opportunity is ideal for those passionate about science and practical learning.
You will work in a variety of our laboratories across the science programme, from Ecology and Plankton Taxonomy laboratories, to our Marine Microbiome Centre. Occasional seagoing and research aquarium work may be required.
Salary: £15,392 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age (National Minimum wage rates for apprentices).
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. You must have been a UK resident for a minimum of 3 years to be eligible for this position.
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