Laboratory Technician Location: Waltham, Melton Mowbray LE14 4RT near Leicester/Nottingham (On-site, 5 days/week) Contract Length: 6-month temporary contract Hourly Rate: £12.76/hour Start Date: ASAP (Immediate hire available) Driving Licence Required: Yes (site is not accessible via public transport) Are you a detail-driven individual with a passion for science and animal care? Do you want to be part of groundbreaking research in pet nutrition and wellbeing? Randstad Sourceright, a leading provider of RPO & MSP Recruitment Services are seeking a talented Trial Support Technician to join a world-renowned Petcare Science Institute. Imagine This (Job duties): Hands-On Laboratory Work (90%) Be at the heart of research trials, performing essential lab tasks including: * Preparing flavour solutions, dietary supplements, and pet food samples * Processing biological samples (e.g., saliva and faeces) * Labelling and recording data using systems like LIMS, Excel, and XDL * Following strict protocols and safety procedures for every trial * Disposing of chemicals appropriately * Supporting up to 8 concurrent trials weekly Research Support and Collaboration (10%) * Attend weekly team meetings and contribute to after-action reviews * Liaise with scientists and researchers to support trial progress * Assist in testing new lab methods and equipment during pilot studies What You Need to Bring (Experience required): * Approx. 1 year of lab experience in a scientific or industrial setting * Alternatively: a recent graduate in a biological or chemical science degree with hands-on lab work * A driving licence is essential due to the location * Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and accuracy * Comfortable working on repetitive but critical tasks in a team environment * Flexible and adaptable — you may handle multiple techniques and tasks daily * Confident with digital tools such as LIMS and Excel * Experience with the ELISA technique (desirable but not essential)