We’re looking for two Laboratory Support Technicians to join the Science Operations Department.

The technical support team are part of QIB Science Operations, which helps enable scientific research project work.

The role

The post holders will provide a high standard of technical support to academic and research staff at the Quadram Institute.

The post holders will follow standard operating procedures and good laboratory practice to support work in our busy and diverse research laboratories. Tasks involve general housekeeping, disposal of hazardous waste, media preparation, glassware maintenance, stock management, checking packages are safe for transport and providing other support services to the institute’s researchers and students. They will further contribute to health and safety compliance, monitoring safety equipment and ensuring adherence to laboratory safety protocols and regulations.

The post holders will be expected to work during standard laboratory opening hours but the role could require occasional out of hours/weekend work.

The ideal candidate

It is essential that candidates have at least 3 A-levels Grades A-E, or an equivalent qualification. They must also possess GCSEs, or equivalent, in Maths, English and Science. While not essential, it would be advantageous if candidates held an HNC/BSc, or equivalent, in a relevant subject.

The ideal candidate will be organised, show attention to detail and be able to work independently but with excellent team working and communication skills. Recent experience of working in a multiuser biological research laboratory is essential.

Additional information

Salary on appointment will be within the range £23,493 to £25,400 per annum depending on qualifications and experience. This is a full-time post offered on an indefinite basis.

Please note, this post does not meet UKVI requirements to provide visa sponsorship.

For further information and details of how to apply can be found here, or contact the Human Resources team on 01603 450814 or nbi.recruitment@nbi.ac.uk quoting reference 1004874. Please contact the Human Resources Team if you have any questions regarding your application or visa options.

This role does not meet the full salary requirements set by UKVI to allow for visa sponsorship.  However, some individuals may still be eligible for visa sponsorship depending on their personal circumstances.  If you require visa sponsorship, please click here to find out if you qualify before applying. Please note, the occupation code for this role is 3111, which is on the immigration salary list.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sectors of society.  The Institute supports equality of opportunity within the workplace and expects all employees to share and display these values.  To support our commitment, we have a range of family, faith and diversity friendly working arrangements to help all staff achieve excellence in their area of work.

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to offer an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for this vacancy. 

The closing date for applications will be 30 April 2025

The Quadram Institute Bioscience is a registered charity (No. 1058499) and is an Equal Opportunities Employer.