Salary: £26,206 - £27,808. Employment Type: Permanent.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we find the right candidate, so we encourage you to apply early.
We have an exciting opportunity for an entry‑level Laboratory Assistant to join our Analytical Chemistry Group in Lancaster. This role involves analysing inorganic, organic and stable isotope analytes in a wide range of environmental samples, and contributing to the understanding of a multitude of environmental questions.
You’ll be working in world‑class laboratories (accredited to ISO17025:2017), using cutting‑edge instruments and contributing to the delivery of high‑quality chemistry data, analysis, and results for a wide range of science areas.
In this position you will be responsible for sample preparation, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of a pool of analytical instruments. This role suits someone who has excellent attention to detail and enjoys working in a methodical manner, within a controlled environment.
Responsibilities
* Preparing materials, equipment, and resources for laboratory analyses
* Sample management and preparation (drying, weighing, grinding), sample extraction and clean up
* Operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting laboratory instruments used in the analysis of alkalinity, pH, Total Carbon (TC) and Total Nitrogen (TN), etc.
* Procurement – purchasing general equipment and reagents
* Uploading data into Microsoft Excel, plotting, and calculating results
* General laboratory housekeeping duties: safe storage of chemicals, maintaining a safe and tidy laboratory environment, washing and cleaning of instruments, ensuring the supply of consumable items, stock rotation, waste disposal.
* Adherence to COSHH and Risk Assessment guidelines
Qualifications
* A keen interest in chemistry and life sciences
* Previous experience working in a busy laboratory, preparing and managing samples
* The ability to work independently, with good time management skills
* Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
* A team‑oriented approach and ability to work collaboratively with others
* Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
* Knowledge of health and safety best practice within a laboratory environment, or ability to follow health and safety protocols
Benefits
* 27 days annual leave (rising to 29 days after 5 years’ service) plus 3 days for Christmas closure
* 10% employer pension contribution
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements (role dependant)
* Peer reward and recognition scheme
* Dental insurance, gym/fitness discounts, retail discount portal
* Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
* 24‑hour, 365‑day support with physical, mental, social, health or financial issues and much more...
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone – regardless of background, identity, ability, or circumstance – has the opportunity to thrive. As a Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from neurodivergent candidates and those with disabilities. We are happy to provide any adjustments or support you may need throughout the application process.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role and this does not qualify for endorsement to support a Global Talent Visa application. If you are considering pursuing self‑sponsorship, please indicate this in your application so we can take it into account during the recruitment process.
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