Address This role is located in Sci-Tech, within the Cawood Scientific Agriculture Division. Sci-Tech, part of Cawood Scientific, delivers quality microbiological and serological testing services to the veterinary diagnostic sector and associated businesses throughout the livestock sector. Our UKAS accredited services, performed by our highly skilled teams, cover all aspects of poultry, porcine and gamebird production, including bird production, routine hatchery, and hygiene monitoring. We work closely with vets and farmers to develop new analytical solutions to meet market changes and according to individual requirements, ensuring services are confidential, accurate, and timely. With no minimum charge and full traceability, our analysis services for vets and farmers are second to none.
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Job Description:
Sci-Tech part of the Cawood group are looking for a Laboratory Assistant on a full time, permanent basis based at our site in Craven Arms, working day shifts - Tuesday - Saturday.
Job Purpose
To support the laboratory in the preparation and analysis of samples in accordance with the Quality Management System.
Other duties
- Assist with or perform analysis, using good laboratory practise and aseptic technique
- Undertake any tasks within the laboratory appropriate to level of training
- Receive deliveries and organising stock
- Maintain the working environment in a clean and tidy manner
- Set up and maintain equipment
- Ensure samples received are handled in accordance with documented procedures, including attention to temperature control, storage and maintenance of sample integrity
- Maintain accurate records as detailed in the quality procedures
- Uphold and maintain client and company confidentiality
Key Requirements:
- Strong organisational skills.
- High level of attention to detail.
- Ability to work to strict deadlines and prioritise under pressure.
- Act with Integrity at all times
