Laboratory Technician

Laboratory Technician

Oxford

Temp - 6-8 weeks

£23,000 per annum yearly equivalent

SRG are currently working very closely with a unique, discovery stage biotechnology company who pride themselves on being a leading developer of biological solutions sustainably and safely control insects that spread disease and destroy crops. Their goal is to use their ground-breaking science to improve lives around the world in the face of growing threats that insects pose to human health and global food supply.

As a Laboratory Technician you will play a key role within the R&D department by ensuring all laboratory and rearing equipment is cleaned and well maintained for the technical team.

Key responsibilities of the Laboratory Technician will include:

• Cleaning and storing of laboratory and insect rearing equipment;
• Keeping the laboratories clean and well maintained, by regularly cleaning floors and surfaces;
• Ensuring laboratory waste is properly decontaminated and disposed of;
• Ensuring timely delivery and collection of lab coats sent for laundry;
• Regularly defrosting the fridges and freezers;
• Managing stocks of chemicals and solutions commonly used by the technical team;
• Adhering to all relevant H&S, COSHH, biosafety and biocontainment requirements.

To be considered for the role of Technician you must have:

• Previous experience in a scientific or industry-based company is desirable;
• Must be diligent and organised;
• Able to work independently;
• Have good communication skills;
• An understanding of H&S associated with laboratory environments such as COSHH and Risk Assessments.

If you are interested in having a confidential discussion about this opportunity, then please reach out to me at or call me on 01223 978504.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.