Laboratory Technician

About us:

Based near Cambridge, UK, TTP Labtech is a global supplier of innovative and enabling products for the drug discovery and drug development markets. Our solutions save time and material costs and simplify complex operations. We are natural innovators. We create, design and manufacture high quality, robust and innovative automated laboratory equipment for academic, pharmaceutical and biotechnology research.

About the role:

We are looking for a self-motivated Junior Laboratory Technician to join our Manufacturing team. The successful candidate will have exposure across our Manufacturing and R&D teams. You will be involved in testing, quality control and assisting in the production of specialised consumables for the CryoTEM industry.

Responsibilities:

• Work safely in a laboratory, maintaining excellent housekeeping whilst following appropriate safety, environment and risk management systems
• Perform laboratory tasks following specified methodologies, such as Standard Operating Procedures
• Produce reliable, accurate data and keep accurate records of laboratory work undertaken and results
• Testing and implementation of production methods
• Maintaining the equipment used
• Participating in multidisciplinary meetings giving updates and feedback

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a research laboratory environment
• Excellent laboratory skills and familiarity with analytical techniques such as absorbance/fluorescence would be a distinct advantage
• Be organised and have an eye for detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs is essential
• Experience in the fields of SEM, TEM or thin film manufacturing would be desirable but not essential
• You must be self-motivated, curious and creative, you will need to be able to work on your own initiative to follow protocols consistently and to produce accurate records
• Excellent manual dexterity is essential, for manipulating small components
• A pragmatic approach to problem solving

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a fantastic benefits package including: Private Medical Insurance, generous Pension Plan, Employee Share Scheme, Profit Share, Cycle Scheme, Childcare vouchers, discounted theatre tickets, discounted gym membership and excellent relocation packages.

We are based on the Melbourn Science Park, a lovely village location that is still only short commute from Cambridge, Royston and the surrounding areas. There are plenty of activities to get involved in from running, cricket, football, cycling to STEM activities with local schools.