Job Description
Laboratory Technician
Stevenage
6 month contract
£16 p/h
Help improve access to life-changing therapies that transform human health.
Our client is a global leader in life sciences, providing cutting‑edge technologies and services that accelerate the development, manufacture and delivery of therapeutics. With a long, respected heritage and a renewed vision for the future, they support customers working on everything from fundamental biological research to pioneering vaccines, biologics, and cell and gene therapies.
Their mission is simple: to equip scientists and manufacturers with the tools and expertise they need to work better, faster, and safer - ultimately improving outcomes for patients around the world.
They are now seeking an organized, enthusiastic, and self‑motivated Laboratory Technician (Materials Development) to join their dynamic, international Materials Science team. If you’re excited by the idea of contributing to scientific innovation on a global scale, this could be the perfect role for you.
What you’ll do
* Work closely with Materials Scientists, Chemists, Engineers, and Biologists on activities such as materials analysis and membrane fabrication
* Perform routine and one-off laboratory testing including Raman Spectroscopy, SEM, porometry, FT‑IR, BET, and dry weight analysis
* Support technical activities in the materials development lab, including polymer solution preparation, electrospinning, and lamination
* Maintain detailed laboratory notes and accurately document and report results
* Uphold excellent housekeeping practices and follow Laboratory Health & Safety standards
* Assist with lab management tasks: ordering, restocking, inventory management, and coordinating deliveries between sites
* Document and arrange safe disposal of laboratory waste
* Communicate effectively and ensure accuracy in test results and data reporting
Who you are
* Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline with at least 3 months’ laboratory experience, OR Science A‑levels (or equivalent) with minimum 2 years’ laboratory experience
* Awareness of membrane fabrication techniques (training provided if needed)
* Experience with one or more analytical methods listed above is an advantage
* Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Excellent teamwork, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills
* Highly organized, with strong prioritisation skills and the ability to multitask effectively
Why join?
Whatever your role, you’ll be part of a purpose‑driven environment where science, innovation, and impact are at the heart of everything. If you’re curious, adaptable, and want to make a difference in global health, you’ll fit right in. With teams across multiple countries and a strong culture of growth and collaboration, this is a place where you can truly develop your career.