Sartorius
Laboratory Technician

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We are looking for a Laboratory Technician to join our team in Newhouse, near Motherwell.
Join our Microbiology Testing team as a Laboratory Technician, supporting Associate Scientists and Scientists while helping to ensure the laboratories operate smoothly and efficiently each day.
By ensuring the laboratories are fully stocked with the materials and reagents required for assay work and that equipment functions correctly, within calibration and regularly cleaned, you will enable our teams to focus on what matters most: better health for more people.
Based at our Newhouse site near Motherwell offering a salary up to £26,000 per annum, you will become part of a team of six dedicated professionals who look forward to shaping the future together with you.
Grow With Us – Your Responsibilities
- Arrange sample transfers and log samples upon receipt at the site
- Prepare stock reagents, media, buffers and reagent aliquots for microbiology testing and cell culture activities
- Conduct stock checks, maintain accurate inventory levels and dispose of expired laboratory materials appropriately
- Carry out routine laboratory and equipment cleaning, maintenance and calibration activities
- Respond to equipment alarms and perform operational tasks such as freezer defrosting and gas cylinder changes, while adhering to health and safety policies, SOPs and GMP requirements
- Once fully trained, undertake laboratory work including routine cell culture and client testing
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- A higher level qualification or equivalent is desirable
- No previous experience is required, as full training will be provided; however, experience in a laboratory or another fast-paced environment, such as retail or hospitality would be beneficial
- A motivated approach to learning, with the ability to meet deadlines and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise workload requirements
- Good written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook and Excel
- A collaborative team player with the ability to follow established procedures and quality standards
In order to commence working with us, the successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK.
What We Offer
As a growing global life science company, stock listed on the MDAX and TecDAX, Sartorius offers a wide range of Benefits:
Personal and Professional Development
- Mentoring, leadership programs, Talent Talks and internal seminar offerings
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- Comprehensive onboarding, including a virtual online platform even before joining, Welcome Workshops, "buddy" as point of contact
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Attractive Working Conditions
- 35 hours working week
- 29 days annual leave, plus 4 public holidays
- Annual option to buy, sell or carry over annual leave
- Free parking on site
- Free hot and cold drinks
- Regular social events
Health & Wellbeing
Competitive Benefits Package, Including
- Private Medical Insurance
- Private Dental Insurance
- Group Life Assurance
- Travel Insurance (Employee Paid)
- Salary Sacrifice Health Assessment Service
- Salary Sacrifice Cycle to Work Scheme
Planning Ahead For Your Future
- Group Personal Pension Plan
- Group Income Protection
- Salary Sacrifice Will Writing Service
About Sartorius
Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer, dementia, and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster, so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide.
We look for ambitious team players and creative minds, who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment.
Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application.
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