Laboratory Assistant

1 week ago


Penicuik, United Kingdom The Moredun Group Full time

Overview:
The role involves undertaking routine laboratory procedures in support of scientific staff. This includes:

- Maintenance of equipment and facilities to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) compliance levels.
- Ordering, receipt and booking-in of laboratory consumables and reagents.
- Management of stock levels.
- Equipment checks.
- Supporting the receipt of shipments and booking in of test samples.
- Laboratory cleaning in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures

This post is primarily in the in-vitro Biosafety department but assistance may occasionally be required by other departments.

**Experience**:

- Previous experience in a laboratory setting preferred
- Knowledge of FDA regulations and quality control processes
- Proficiency in mathematical calculations for data analysis
- Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS)
- Ability to conduct scientific research and analyze results effectively

Staff benefits:
In addition to access to training and development opportunities, you will have access to:

- Competitive pension scheme - a minimum contribution of 3% and Moredun contributing a maximum of 15%.
- Group Life Assurance Scheme and an Income Protection Scheme
- Flexi-time system
- 6 weeks annual leave plus 7 days public holidays and a privilege day
- Free access to an Employee Assistance Programme
- Benefits platform offering discounts at various retailers

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £23,150.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 02-05-24


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