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Laboratory Technician (Contract)

Location: Cumbria (onsite 5 days a week)
Contract Length: 12 months
Rate: £19.46 - £20.64 per hour (Umbrella)
IR35 Status: Inside IR35
Clearance Required: BPSS
Notice Period: 1 month

The Role

We are currently seeking a Laboratory Technician to join an analytical team, supporting the delivery of an efficient and high-quality analytical service. This is an agency-based position, working in line with strict safety, quality, and environmental standards.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting laboratory operations, ensuring analytical results are delivered to time and quality expectations while maintaining compliance with all relevant procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in the delivery of assigned programmes of work to support timely and accurate analytical results
Work in compliance with laboratory quality management systems to support accreditation
Follow processes and procedures to ensure safe working practices at all times
Support the analytical team to deliver a consistent and efficient service
Assist with the waste management of samples and consumables
Carry out routine laboratory cleaning and maintenance activities
Take responsibility for personal development and ongoing learning
Ensure compliance with legislation, policies, and procedures
Promote efficient operational practices to minimise financial and material wasteEssential Experience & Skills

Science GCSEs at grades A-C (or equivalent)
Good organisational skills with strong attention to detail
Awareness of conventional and radiological safety
IT literate
Ability to work effectively as part of a teamDesirable

Previous experience in an analytical chemistry or laboratory environmentAdditional Information

This role is well suited to candidates looking to develop or build on laboratory experience within a regulated and safety-critical environment