Overview
Job Title: Laboratory Assistant
Location: Edinburgh East
Hours: 36 hours per week
Rate of Pay: £14.02 per hour
Duration: 3 months (possible extension)
Start Date: Immediate
About the Role
We're looking for a reliable and motivated Laboratory Assistant to join our busy team in Edinburgh East. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a laboratory environment, supporting scientific staff with essential day-to-day tasks that help keep operations running smoothly.
What You'll Do
* Help prepare, collect, and clean laboratory equipment, glassware, sampling bottles, and storage containers.
* Organise and transfer samples from reception to the correct storage areas.
* Safely dispose of old samples following set procedures.
* Arrange safe storage of samples needed for future reference and assist with their return to customers when requested.
* Maintain stock levels of materials such as glassware, chemicals, and gases.
* Assist in keeping the laboratory clean and tidy, including communal areas, benches, cupboards, fume cupboards, corridors, and wash-up/storage spaces.
* Provide delivery and collection services for the lab (e.g. transporting samples when required).
* Support scientific staff with basic laboratory tasks and analysis where appropriate.
What We're Looking For
You don\'t need to be an experienced technician to succeed — we\'re more interested in your practical approach, organisation skills, and willingness to learn. Ideally, you will have:
* A degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant scientific subject.
* Some experience working in a laboratory, preferably in a UKAS-accredited environment.
* A careful, methodical approach with great attention to detail.
* Strong teamwork and communication skills.
* A valid driving licence (desirable but not essential).
How to Apply
If you\'re enthusiastic, organised, and looking to grow your skills in a laboratory environment, we\'d love to hear from you.
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