The Opportunity:

This role is multi-disciplinary and underpins the laboratory support operations. The Laboratory Technicians role directly and indirectly supports scientists across R&D functions allowing scientists to concentrate on their core role. This role is to be primarily lab-based focusing on the delivery of scientific technical support to the R&D laboratories in accordance with Health and Safety and Good Laboratory Standards requirements. This exciting opportunity would ideally suit an individual who seeks a science based role with the opportunity for wider cross-functional working and career progression within Science. You will be trained in the techniques specific to the department and be responsible for a range of general laboratory duties to ensure efficient operation of the department, including but not exclusively: preparation of bioreactor reagents, assembly and cleaning of bioreactor vessels, routine maintenance and calibration of work related equipment and maintaining stocks of critical reagents and general items for the laboratory

We currently have opening to join our service and provide specialist support to Research and Development groups within our customer’s team in Cambridge.

This role is multi-disciplinary and underpins the laboratory support operations. The Laboratory Technicians role directly and indirectly supports scientists across R&D functions allowing scientists to concentrate on their core role. This role is to be primarily lab-based focusing on the delivery of scientific technical support to the R&D laboratories in accordance with Health and Safety and Good Laboratory Standards requirements. This exciting opportunity would ideally suit an individual who seeks a science based role with the opportunity for wider cross-functional working and career progression within Science. You will be trained in the techniques specific to the department and be responsible for a range of general laboratory duties to ensure efficient operation of the department, including but not exclusively: preparation of bioreactor reagents, assembly and cleaning of bioreactor vessels, routine maintenance and calibration of work related equipment and maintaining stocks of critical reagents and general items for the laboratory

Key TasksPreparing bioreactor process related reagents as required and directed by the lead operator responsible for this service. This will include medium, feeds and other reagents associated supporting all bioreactor scales from bench through to large scale, including transient processesAssembly of and cleaning of all bench top bioreactor vessels and associated glasswareRoutine maintenance and/ or calibration of work related equipment. Reporting of equipment breakdowns and liaising with engineers to resolve problemsMaintaining a safe, organised and tidy working environment, active 5S contributor and responsible for assigned area (for example; stocking of welder trolleys, water bath cleans and MSX prep)Monitoring and maintaining stock levels of critical reagents required for medium and feed preparationContributing to support of the ordering of general items required for the laboratoryCo-ordinating and arranging shipments between sites (samples, cell stocks)Keep accurate and clear records of all work performedImplement and promote AZ  health and safety practices at all times, including the regulations governing CoSHH, as detailed in relevant AZ risk assessmentsSkills, knowledge & competenciesEssential: Five GCSE’s including Maths, English and one or more Science subjects

Desirable: A-level or equivalent, and/ or previous working experience in a laboratory environment, ideally performing a similar role

Enthusiastic, flexible and willing to learnHigh level of attention to detailProactive communicatorGood organisational and planning skills

Person Specification & abilitiesProven excellent customer service focus and ability to work collaborativelyClear, concise written and spoken communication skillsGood problem-solving capabilities and confidence to react promptly to deliver the best service possibleGood time management skills, ability to be flexible and handle multiple responsibilities and tasks on a regular basisAbility to work independently and as part of a teamBasic IT skills (including Microsoft Word/ Excel)

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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