LABORATORY TECHNICIAN

Are you a detail‑driven laboratory professional with a passion for maintaining high standards in a regulated scientific environment?

Smart4 Sciences are working with an established and innovative pharmaceutical services provider to recruit a Laboratory Technician to join their laboratory operations team.

This is a hands‑on opportunity to support the smooth day‑to‑day operation of a busy laboratory environment. You'll play a vital role in ensuring laboratories are well organised, compliant, and ready to support scientific activities by maintaining equipment, materials, and facilities to a high standard.

• Clean and replenish all laboratory glassware.
• Organise and manage replenishment of consumables, solvents, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Store and organise all chemical substances in accordance with safety instructions, including stock control and replenishment.
• Ensure laboratory waste is correctly managed and disposed of, including appropriate designation (e.g. chlorinated and non‑chlorinated).
• Conduct equipment calibration and planned preventative maintenance (PPM).
• Carry out daily checks and verifications on critical laboratory equipment (balances, humidity chambers, fridges/freezers, etc.).
• Complete laboratory logbooks accurately and ensure records are maintained correctly.
• Book in samples, chemicals, columns, and reference standards.
• Handle all chemicals and solutions safely, ensuring correct storage and usage.
• Support the Laboratory Supervisor with equipment replacement or upgrades where required.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards once laboratory work has been completed.
• Promptly communicate any issues, problems, or improvement opportunities to senior team members.
• Comply with all safety, health, environmental, and quality requirements at all times.

Essential:

• Previous experience working in a laboratory environment (industry or academic).
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to work safely, follow procedures, and use initiative within a team environment.
• A degree in a science, pharmacy, or related discipline (2:1 or above advantageous but not essential).

You'll be joining a business that values quality, safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement, offering an excellent opportunity to build experience within a professional laboratory environment