Lab Technician

Location: Bedford

Job Type: Temp Ongoing, Full Time

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.45am – 5.15pm, 3.30pm Friday

Pay Rate: £12.21 per hour

Start Date: 2nd June or 30th June

We are seeking two dedicated and skilled Lab Technicians to join our clients Research and Development team in Bedford.

As a Lab Technician, you will provide hands-on technical support within the laboratories, working across all projects and activities within the Research and Development Department, including post-market support for consumer in-vitro diagnostic products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing and assembling strip components and devices.
• Preparing reagents such as Virkon, buffers, standards, and conjugates.
• Coordinating with the Clinicals Department for sample collections as needed.
• Planning and performing component or device testing.
• Recording, collating, and reporting data from your work.
• Supporting verification and validation testing.

Requirements:

• Experience working in a scientific Research & Development laboratory.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment such as balances, pipettes, pH meters, and stirrers.
• Understanding of Good Laboratory Practice and Health & Safety protocols in a Containment Level 2 environment.
• Educational qualifications in maths or science (e.g., HNC/HND in a scientific area preferred).
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Competence with computer software, including Word, Excel, and email.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage workload efficiently.