Trainee Scientist

**Are you looking for an entry level laboratory role?**

**Are you a recent Chemistry or biology graduate?**

**Are you interested in Genetic Toxicology?**

As one of the world’s premier Contract Research Organisations, Labcorp Drug Development's mission is to improve health and improve lives

At our pre-clinical development site in **Harrogate, North Yorkshire**, we are currently recruiting for a Trainee Scientist to join our **Dispensary** lab in the Genetic Toxicology department.

Our graduate opportunities in Genetic Toxicology offer you the chance to develop your existing lab skills, cross train in different laboratories and gain a wide variety of skills, plus you can experience world renowned research techniques. A super way to kick off your career in Genetic Toxicology

**The main responsibilities will include**:

- Preparation of formulations and materials for use in other laboratory areas to GLP compliant systems, including proper and controlled use of any necessary equipment and performance of relevant sterility and quality control checks
- Maintaining lab cleanliness, supplies and tidiness (cleaning, calibrations, reagent prep and disposal, waste disposal etc.).
- Maintaining laboratory equipment and equipment records within laboratory areas.
- Accurate recording and data checking
- Meeting production deadlines required by customers both internally and externally
- Acknowledging safe receipt of a test compound to the client within 24 hours of arrival within the department

**What Labcorp Drug Development can offer you**:
Competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including health cover and contributory pension.

Unrivalled opportunities to develop a successful career in the scientific industry.

Unsurpassed career development opportunities.

**Education**:
**Skills / Experience**:

- Knowledge and understanding of Good Laboratory Practice and aseptic techniques
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to accurately read, record, and communicate information
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations
- Communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills

If you are looking for a role where you will receive first class training, then we would like to hear from you

**Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer**:
As an EOE/AA employer, Labcorp strives for diversity and inclusion in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. We encourage all to apply.

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