115 Lab Assistant jobs in the United Kingdom

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Pure Healthcare are the UK’s leading healthcare recruitment agency, committed to delivering service excellence. We have many years of framework healthcare recruitment experience. We have built up a wide network of contacts, clients and resources within our business to support clinicians throughout their professional career whilst also supporting healthcare organisations with their gaps in service to ensure patient care and quality. Our specialist consultants are dedicated to finding you the perfect role.

The Role:

Pure Healthcare Group are currently seeking a Medical Lab Assistant to work with our clients in Scotland.

Job Ref: PHG05102

Job Title: Medical Lab Assistant

Laboratory: Blood Sciences

Pay rates: £16.50/hr

Hours: 37.5hrs

Contract: Locum

Location: Scotland  

To be considered for the role you must have the following:

• Valid Right to Work Documentation
• NHS Hospital experience and Telepath LIMS experience 

Benefits include:

• Fast, automated compliance process
• Designated specialist consultant
• 24/7 support – we’re here whenever you need us!
• Lucrative career opportunities across the UK
• Enhanced pay rates
• CV advice
• Career advice
• Accommodation and travel assistance
• Smooth and reliable payroll options

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Scientific Operations Assistant

Location: 20 Cambridge Science Hub, Bar Hill, CB23 8SQ
Salary: Competitive, DOE + Excellent Benefits!
Contract: Full time, Permanent, Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm
Benefits: 21 days holiday + 8 bank holidays and an additional day off for your birthday, comprehensive pension scheme, and healthcare benefits!

This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to join a leading biotech company with branches in Cambridge (UK), Houston (US) and Leiden (NL), providing products and services globally.

We are now looking for a versatile, highly-organised and competent Scientific Operations Assistant to join our dynamic team in Bar Hill!

You will be responsible for liaising with production, managing the shipping of stock and coordinating the delivery of finished goods worldwide, liaising with couriers and customers to ensure a seamless logistics service.

As our Scientific Operations Assistant you will be responsible for:

• Liaising with sales and production colleagues and planning logistics schedules
• Preparing, handling and final visual QC of a variety of product types, more than 90% of which require cold chain transport
• Preparing and printing necessary export and import documentation
• Preparing and checking manuals, datasheets and labels
• Checking product stocks to ensure products are available for outgoing orders
• Receiving, unpacking and preparing shipped in orders
• Completing administration for received items
• Preparing, packing and dispatching orders
• Updating system to change order status, such as marking as dispatched
• Restocking the freezer with the required amount of gel packs
• Disposing of cardboard and any other packaging waste
• Assisting with resolution of email enquiries and projects as required
• Courier invoice checking, claims processing and general administration
• Suggesting automation and/or improvements for front and back end processes and functionality

In order to be successful in this role you must have:

• A degree in a life science subject and/or sound knowledge of biology or biological products
• Highly attentive to detail
• Must be organised, decisive, efficient and practical
• Creative and methodical thinking for problem resolution
• Thrives in a physically active role, capable of lifting and handling packages of up to 15kg
• Self-motivated with a can-do attitude, willingness to learn and able to work alone
• Punctual and reliable
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

It would be great if you had:

• Experience of importing/exporting and communicating with customs offices worldwide
• Ecommerce platform experience
• Second language (French, German, Arabic or Chinese)

Full training will be provided. You will thrive in a very high-paced environment, have common sense, good communication skills and a good memory.

You will have a knack for prioritizing tasks, enjoy being physically active and be passionate about delivering an excellent customer experience.

This role is 100% office based and includes working in the laboratory for which full training will be provided. The office is a large open-plan, newly refurbished modern space

About Abbexa

Abbexa believes in empowering individuals from an early stage. We seek to support you to draw your own personal career map in line with your ambitions and aspirations. Our informal and friendly culture is an ideal working environment to cultivate excellent professional development opportunities.

Bar Hill offers a park, Tesco, coffee shop, barbers, and an optician all within walking distance of the office.

The package will include 21 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays) and an additional day off for your Birthday. We also provide access to a comprehensive pension scheme and healthcare benefits.

This is a full time, permanent position. The hours are Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm (one hour lunch).

If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role click on “APPLY ” today, forwarding an up to date copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance.

No agencies please.

SALARY : £26,449 - £28,094
REF : IRC
DEPARTMENT : Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute Northern Ireland (AFBI)
LOCATION : AFBI Crossnacreevy. However, they may, on occasion, also be expected to work at other sites/farms in Northern Ireland

Further permanent appointments may be made from this competition should AFBI positions become vacant which have similar duties and responsibilities.

For more detailed information and to apply, please go to

Completed application forms must be submitted no later than 12:00 noon (UK time) on Friday 10 October 2025.

We would particularly welcome applications from females and those from a Roman Catholic background.

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Short-term (four weeks) starting Sept 2025.

Initial fixed-term contract (mat leave cover), with potential for extension to long-term engagement based on performance and operational needs.

Seeking a capable Lab / Field Support Technician to provide on-site chemical services at a major UK refinery. This role supports hydrocarbon processing, water treatment, and fuel additive systems through hands-on sampling, testing, and reporting. The successful candidate will work closely with refinery teams and remote technical specialists to ensure accurate data, safe operations, and responsive customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct oil and water sampling across refinery and field locations
• Perform basic laboratory testing and prepare technical reports
• Communicate findings and recommendations to site stakeholders
• Support hydrocarbon process monitoring and additive dosing systems
• Manage on-site chemical inventory and maintain accurate stock records
• Uphold safety, environmental, and quality standards in all activities
• Liaise with customer teams to ensure service continuity and issue resolution
• Maintain clear documentation and contribute to audit readiness

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree (or equivalent experience) in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related technical discipline
• Prior experience in industrial water treatment, fuel systems, or refinery operations preferred
• Full UK driving licence required
• Right to work in the UK

• Manage and maintain the executive's complex calendar, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel, including flights, accommodation, visas, and itineraries.
• Prepare agendas, take minutes, and track action items for executive meetings.
• Draft, review, and edit correspondence, reports, presentations, and other documents.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, managing inquiries and directing them appropriately.
• Organize and manage special projects as assigned by the executive.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Manage expense reporting and budget tracking for the executive's office.
• Facilitate seamless communication between the executive and other departments, ensuring timely information flow.
• Assist with event planning and coordination for scientific symposia, workshops, and team-building activities.
• Maintain and organize electronic and physical filing systems.
• Anticipate the needs of the executive and proactively address potential issues.

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant, preferably supporting senior-level management in a scientific or research-oriented environment.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and virtual collaboration tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Discretion and a high level of professionalism in handling sensitive information.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize effectively, and adapt to changing demands.
• Experience with travel booking and expense management.
• A proactive and resourceful approach to problem-solving.
• Familiarity with scientific terminology and research environments is advantageous.
• Must be able to commute to the Oxford, Oxfordshire, UK office for designated in-office days as part of the hybrid working model.

Title:  Laboratory Technician

Salary:  £12.50 per hour 

Hours:  40 hours per week

Working on behalf of our client we are currently recruiting for a Laboratory Technician to assist over the summer (3 month initial period).

We are looking for individuals who have a real interest in working in a busy laboratory environment.

About you

• You will be computer literate, able to work on your own initiative and be used to working as part of a small, flexible team.

• You will be flexible in your approach and enjoy training and learning new skills.

The Role and what you will learn: -

• Carry out analysis by wet chemistry techniques,

• analyse samples for vitamins mineral analysis and enzymes together with NIR analysis of raw materials, feeds and forages

• Assist the Services Manager, Senior Analyst and Senior NIR technician in the effective performance of their duties

• Specific responsibility for all aspects of sample preparation.

• Ensure the laboratories, stock rooms and associated areas and all equipment within are clean and properly maintained. 

• Ensure that all samples are stored correctly and clearly.

Teleios Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer; who acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. If you would like to hear about the company and more about this exciting opportunity, please get in touch with Teleios Recruitment today on a call or email.

• Performing Quality Control (QC) analysis on active projects
• Undertake new project laboratory investigations, carry out experiments, interpret results and present findings
• Maintainingdata and calibration records
• Reporting accidents, incidents and near misses

• Experience of working in a Chemistry/Materials/Environmental laboratory environment
• Organised, methodical and a good problem solver
• Competent to present information to groups

6 Month rolling contract

Based at Minworth Treatment Works

Candudates must have a full UK Driving Licence

Candidates will must be able to work shifts between 7am-7pm Mon-Fri



Waste Lab Sampling Technician

Key Accountabilities:
Reception of Tankered trade and domestic waste loads at sewage treatment works to include:
• Ensuring that simple lab analysis is conducted on samples prior to acceptance.
• Ensuring that all appropriate paperwork and electronic records (inc Duty of Care and transportation) is completed and dealt with appropriately.
• Ensure the process for acceptance or rejection of loads based upon procedures is performed consistently & effectively to protect STWs assets & processes.
• Operate the waste discharge tanks onsite, calculating discharge rates in line with site performance.
• Liaise with site operational staff on a daily basis.
• Frequently work from multiple STW locations to perform the duties required related to Tankered Waste operations (e.g. receive loads, collect samples and paperwork, attend meetings, etc).
• Record & compile data, produce reports and support the delivery of relevant SLA’s / KPIs and requirements of the Tankered Waste Team & Manager.
• Work in other sampling duties as required such as for domestic waste.


Experience:
In order to succeed in this role it is expected that you will have:
• New Entrant Position, experience of working in the water or waste industry is advantageous however the required training shall be provided.
• Knowledge/Experience of IT systems including Microsoft Word, Excel is advantageous.
• An awareness of the water or waste industry and wastewater processes is highly beneficial.
Experience of customer interaction and/or tanker drivers would be advantageous.

Capabilities:
In order to succeed in this role it is expected that you will have:
• Ability to work unsupervised and manage competing requirements and activities to complete required tasks while providing high levels of customer service.
• Capable of following a number of predefined processes but also showing an attention to detail and an interest in demonstrating an ability to continually seek to improve processes.
• Ability to effectively deal with customers/drivers on site as well as integrate into the site operational teams.
• Ability to work effectively with site operations & network control.
• Able to work on a flexible shift pattern between 7am – 7pm, covering Monday – Friday (37.5 hours) with additional Saturdays on occasion.
Ability to drive and work on other sites within the Severn Trent area to cover annual leave and undertake additional sampling requirements as needed.

Qualifications:
• Ideally qualified in a scientific discipline e.g. chemistry, biology, environmental science to a Degree Level.
• Suitable operational experience / qualifications related to sewage treatment works operations may be an acceptable alternative.
Full Valid UK Driving License

Laboratory Technician

Nottingham, UK

Full time, Fixed term 15 months

Salary: £24,000 to £26,000 per annum (based on skills and experience)

About Freenome Ltd

Freenome Ltd is a leading immunodiagnostics developer focused on the growing field of diagnostic products to detect early stage cancer.

Our technology, EarlyCDT, can detect cancer on average four years earlier than standard diagnosis. We have a CE-IVD marked lung test that has already impacted the care of more than 200,000 patients at high risk of lung cancer or with indeterminate pulmonary nodules (IPN). Our work has been featured in over 150 presentations, posters, keynotes, and peer-reviewed publications.

About this role

We are seeking a Laboratory Technician on a 15-month fixed-term contract (maternity cover) to join our Development team in Nottingham. This onsite role supports lab operations and scientific development, contributing to our mission of transforming cancer diagnostics.

You will help maintain equipment, manage stock, and assist scientists with experiments in proteomic immunoassays, while ensuring accurate record-keeping in line with ISO 13485 standards. This role reports to the Lab Operations Manager and is onsite at our Nottingham, UK, laboratories.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain, calibrate, and clean lab equipment (e.g., autoclave, pH meter, balances, plate washers)
• Carry out routine lab maintenance: glassware washing, legionella prevention, lab coat cleaning
• Manage waste disposal, including hazardous and product waste
• Prepare reagents/buffers and maintain reliable batch records
• Receive goods, manage stock, and order consumables/reagents
• Handle and store human serum samples safely
• Support ELISA-based assay development and molecular biology experiments (PCR, cloning, DNA/protein purification, bacterial expression)
• Perform basic data analysis and contribute to internal presentations

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or studying towards 2:1 or above) in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, or related field
• Previous lab experience with safe practices, accurate record-keeping, and solution/buffer prep
• Basic knowledge of ELISA, SDS-PAGE, recombinant protein expression, and purification techniques
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and teamwork

Desirable

• Experience with bacterial culture, protein purification, ELISA, SDS-PAGE, and PCR

Additional information: Full induction and training provided

Interested in this Laboratory Technician role? Please apply with your latest CV and a cover letter.

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