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Laboratory Technician – Food Structure, Norwich
**Client:**
NBI Partnership
**Location:**
**Job Category:**
Other
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**EU work permit required:**
Yes
**Job Reference:**
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**Job Views:**
3
**Posted:**
05.05.2025
**Expiry Date:**
19.06.2025
Job Description
The Laboratory Technician should provide a high standard of technical support to academic and research staff in the Quadram Institute. The post holder will maintain working areas following protocols and good laboratory practice, supporting the ‘Food Structure and Bioaccessibility Facility’. Responsibilities include analyzing food samples, metabolic and biophysical analysis, particle size distribution, and texture analysis. They will support in vitro digestion and fermentation experiments, maintain and calibrate equipment, and liaise with the Lab Manager regarding maintenance and service. The role requires understanding and conforming to Health and Safety requirements, writing standard operating procedures, and training staff in equipment use.
Key Relationships
The appointed Laboratory Technician will report to Lab Manager, Andrea Hinkova, and collaborate with a team of laboratory technicians and scientific researchers, including PhD students, Postdoctoral Researchers, and Group Leaders. They will also engage with external service providers, such as engineers for maintenance and troubleshooting of scientific instruments.
Main Activities & Responsibilities
* Management of Food Structure and Bioaccessibility Laboratory Facility
* Routine operation, maintenance, calibration, and record-keeping for laboratory equipment
* Ensuring the laboratory complies with health and safety regulations
* Training scientists on specialized scientific equipment
* Writing and maintaining SOPs and risk assessments
* Liaising with engineers for equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
* Data collection, processing, and supporting scientific research
* Monitoring and maintaining gas cylinders
* Maintaining stock levels and identifying items for purchase
* Performing any other duties relevant to the role
Person Profile
Education & Qualifications: BSc/MSc in Biochemistry, Food Science, Chemistry, or related field
Specialist Knowledge & Skills: Problem-solving, troubleshooting, MS Office proficiency, biochemical/structural analysis knowledge
Relevant Experience: Laboratory work, quality control, scientific instrument operation and maintenance
Interpersonal & Communication Skills: Organization, teamwork, written and verbal communication
Additional Requirements: Attention to detail, professionalism, willingness to work outside standard hours, promoting equality and diversity, accurate record-keeping, embracing institute values
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