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Laboratory Assistant - Genetic Toxicology - perfect for those with A Levels / GCSE's in Science.

Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings (Covance)

Harrogate, United Kingdom

<h2>Job Overview:</h2><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Do you want to work in a scientific laboratory?</strong></span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Do you have GCSE's / A Levels in Science?</strong></span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Have you already got some laboratory experience?</strong></span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">As one of the world’s premier Contract Research Organisations, our mission is to help build a healthier and safer world by providing research services for a multitude of organisations.</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">We strive to make a difference to people’s everyday lives by bringing essential products to the market and as a <strong>Laboratory Assistant</strong> you will play an essential part in making this happen.</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">This role is not a graduate role and we would welcome applications from those who are not graduates, those who have lab experience already or those with A Levels and / or GCSE's in Science.</span></strong></span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Working in the Genetic Toxicology laboratories at Harrogate, North Yorkshire duties will include:</strong></span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><ul><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Routine formulations of materials prepared and supplied as requested and at the appropriate times. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">To take on any other assigned duties in any of the Genetic Toxicology laboratory areas.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Maintenance, cleaning and calibration of equipment within assigned area.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Recording of daily metrology and balance calibrations in assigned area.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Jointly responsible for the removal of laboratory waste.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Assist in the preparation of non-sterile and sterile fluids as required together with any relevant sterility checks liaising with customers as necessary to maintain production.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Disposal of expired solutions or materials.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Assists with the collection, washing and sterilisation of glassware and equipment to maintain stocks of sterile and non- sterile consumables for the laboratory area’s.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Assist in the correct storage and logging of all test article dosing solution samples or plasma analysis samples into/out (including their destruction) of the department.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Assisting with ordering and maintenance of consumable items, media and stock chemical solutions as required.</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong><span style="color: #0a0a0a;">We Offer:</span></strong></span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #0a0a0a;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Labcorp Drug Development</span> offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health cover and contributory pension.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #0a0a0a;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Labcorp Drug Development</span>'s ongoing success offers team members unsurpassed growth and career development opportunities. </span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><h2>Education/Qualifications:</h2><ul><li style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Good general education A’Levels/GCSE's. </span></li></ul><h2>Experience:</h2><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Excellent attention to detail.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Previous lab experience advantageous.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Ability to accurately read, record and communicate information.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Ability to perform mathematical calculations.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Familiarity with standard spreadsheet and word-processing software applications.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Knowledge and understanding of GLP and aseptic techniques would be advantageous.</span></li></ul>

Job posted: 2021-07-06

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