Biochemistry Laboratory Assistant

5 days ago


Norwich, Norfolk, United Kingdom NBI Partnership Full time

Job Summary

The Laboratory Technician will provide technical support to academic and research staff in the Quadram Institute, maintaining working areas and supporting the 'Food Structure and Bioaccessibility Facility'. The post holder will be involved in analysis of food samples, including metabolic analysis, biophysical analysis, particle size distribution measurements, and texture analysis.

Main Responsibilities

  • Manage the Food Structure and Bioaccessibility Laboratory Facility, ensuring routine operation, maintenance, calibration, and record-keeping for laboratory equipment.
  • Ensure the laboratory is kept in good order and work adheres to health and safety regulations.
  • Work with scientists, providing training on operation of specialized scientific equipment.
  • Write and maintain standard operating procedures and risk assessments for laboratory equipment.
  • Liaise with engineers for equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration.
  • Undertake data collection, data processing, and support the scientific research process as agreed with scientists and line manager.
  • Monitor and maintain gas cylinders.
  • Responsible for maintaining adequate stock levels and identifying items for purchase to maintain agreed stock levels.

Person Specification

  • Education: BSc/MSc in Biochemistry, Food Science, Chemistry, or related area.
  • Specialist Knowledge and Skills: Ability to solve problems and troubleshoot, experienced user of MS Office, knowledge of biochemical and/or structural analyses.
  • Relevant Experience: Experience working in a laboratory environment, previous experience with quality control processes and reporting, operation and/or maintenance of scientific instruments.
  • Interpersonal and Communication Skills: Excellent organization and time-management skills, good interpersonal skills, with ability to work as part of a team, good communication skills, both written and verbal.

Additional Requirements

  • Attention to detail.
  • Able to present a positive image of self and the institute, promoting both international reputation and public engagement aims of the institute.
  • Willingness to embrace the expected values and behaviors of all staff at the Institute, ensuring it is a great place to work.
  • Accurate working and record-keeping.
  • Willingness to work outside standard working hours when required.
  • Promotes equality and values diversity.


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