Technician

Job Description

Are You Ready to Make an Impact at RSSL?

Join Our Mission to Transform Lives Through Science, Innovation and Collaboration

At Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL), we lead the way in scientific analysis, research, consultancy, and training. We provide services to the food, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods industries, as well as our parent company, Mondelez International.

We are not just dedicated to delivering world-class scientific solutions and outstanding customer service, we are recognised for it. We were named Best Performing Professional Services Company of the Year at the One Nucleus Awards and CRO of the Year at the OBN awards. We were also finalists for multiple recent multiple awards recognising our commitment to skills and rising talent.

If you are passionate about driving innovation and making a real impact, RSSL is the place for you

Purpose:

In RSSL we are customer focused,science ledand results driven. TheRSSLMicrobiologylaboratory performs a wide range of analytical analyses for a variety of food, pharmaceutical and healthcare companiesand supportsMondelezresearch and innovation.

The roleatTechnicianistobe responsible forperforming a range of routineactivitiesto supporteffective completion of projectsand meet the customer's contractual agreements. Performlab admin and housekeeping activities, basic routineanalysisand workin accordance withthe quality standardswithinRSSLMicrobiologylaboratory.Refer toINF-680for details.

The position will be primarily based at theWokingham locationalthoughmay require attendance of any of the RSSL sites.Working Pattern will align with the expectations of the role the individual has successfully applied for.

Primary Accountabilities / Responsibilities:

Technical:

• Provide high quality customer service at all timesby ensuring effective organisation of assigned workload, integrity of analytical data generated andtimely/accurateprovision of results.
• Performa range ofbasicroutineanalysisunder supervisionof a senior member of staff.
• Operatebasiclab equipmentas directed.
• Becompetentin the use of generic and specific software packagesrequiredfor the role: Laboratory's LIMS system, Q-Pulse,etc
• Provide training in routine activities.
• Perform Lab admin and housekeeping duties as directed.
• Will be expected to work in different laboratories if the demand isrequired.

Communication & Influence

• Work as part of an efficient analytical team

QEHS

• Work to the highest standards of safety and quality by ensuring thatappropriate COSHHs, risk assessments and SOPs areunderstood and followed.
• To complete assigned quality actionsin a timely manner
• Tomaintaina clean,tidyand safe working environment.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Language Requirements:

• Educated toA/ HNC level or degree in a relevant scientific discipline
• To understand and work to the requirements of GMP and UKAS.
• Ensure training records areaccurate.
• Accountable, honest, hardworkingand able to work efficiently in a team
• Flexible and adaptable to meet customer/business requirements.
• Meticulous attention to detail and an ability to follow written instructions.
• Goodwritten and verbal communication skills.
• Self motivated,enthusiasticand quick to learn.
• Well organized and capable of working on multiple activities concurrently.
• Computer literatein standard MS office applications
• Scientific understanding of basic lab equipment
• English fluency (written and spoken)

More about this role

This is a Full Time (Permanent role)**Thursday to Monday (includingBank Holidays)

In return for your commitment, drive and enthusiasm, we offer an attractive benefits package within a highly successful international business that offers financial rewards and resources, including:

• Opportunities to learn and develop
• Performance Related Bonus scheme
• Contributory pension (between 8% to 11% employer contribution)
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• A flexible benefits programme (Gym discounts, private health insurance, restaurant discounts, etc).

No Relocation support available

Business Unit Summary

Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL) is a cutting-edge contract research organisation (CRO), providing research, analysis and consultancy to the food, consumer goods and life science sectors. Whether we are creating new products, validating medicines or solving investigations, we take pride in being a leader in our field, serving clients from across 70 countries. Enriched by our parent company, Mondelēz International, our team are committed to transforming lives through science, innovation and collaboration.

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RSSL is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type

RegularAnalytical ScienceScience & Engineering