Laboratory Operations Assistant

3 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom University College London Full time

**Ref Number**

B02-06055

**Professional Expertise**

Laboratory Technical and Lab Support

**Department**

School of Life & Medical Sciences (B02)

**Location**

London

**Working Pattern**

Full time

**Salary**

£33,259 - £38,466

**Contract Type**

Permanent

**Working Type**

On site (> 80% of working time)

**Available For Secondment**

No

**Closing Date**

22-Nov-2023

**About us**:
UCL Institute of Ophthalmology conducts cutting-edge research, attracting principal investigators, post-doctoral fellows and MD/PhD students of the highest international calibre to a stimulating research environment.

The Laboratory Operations Assistant is part of the Laboratory Operations Team at the Institute of Ophthalmology (IoO). Reporting to the Senior Laboratory Manager, the Laboratory Operations Assistant will provide core support to ensure the smooth and efficient running of common institute research services and facilities.

**About the role**:
The postholder will assist the Safety and Building Manager to undertake health and safety related duties and is required to work both independently and in collaboration with colleagues within IoO and UCL, and externally to ensure the Institute’s operational activities are effectively and proactively supported. The role is full time on site, usually from 9am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday.

**About you**:
The post offers an exciting opportunity for an energetic and dedicated individual to play a key role in a highly successful and dynamic research and teaching institute.

Educated to degree level or experience in a relevant role, the successful post-holder will provide core day-to-day support to ensure the safe, smooth and efficient running of common institute research services, facilities and laboratories. Therefore, work experience in a laboratory environment is essential with an ability to be proactive and a commitment to careful, collaborative work

**What we offer**:
**Application Process**

A job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom of this page.

**Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion**:


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