91 Lab Assistant jobs in the United Kingdom

Join Our Dynamic Team as a Lab Assistant!

Are you passionate about science and eager to contribute to exciting research projects? Do you thrive in a vibrant, collaborative environment? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We are on the lookout for a cheerful and motivated Lab Assistant to join our team on a temporary contract basis.

What You'll Do:

As a Lab Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting our research and development efforts. Your daily responsibilities will include:

• Assisting scientists and researchers with experiments and data collection.
• Preparing and organising laboratory equipment and materials.
• Performing routine laboratory tests and analyses.
• Maintaining accurate records of experiments and results.
• Ensuring a clean, safe, and efficient laboratory environment.
• Collaborating with team members to troubleshoot issues and improve processes.

What We're Looking For:

To be successful in this role, you should possess the following qualifications:

• A background in the sciences (e.g., biology, chemistry, or a related field).
• Previous experience in a laboratory setting is a plus, but we welcome enthusiastic beginners!
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude.

Why Join Us?

At our company, we believe that a happy team makes for a productive lab! By joining us, you will enjoy:

• A friendly and supportive work environment where your contributions matter.
• Opportunities to learn and grow in your scientific career.
• Engaging team activities and events to foster camaraderie.
• Competitive pay for your valuable skills.

How to Apply:

Ready to embark on this exciting journey? We can't wait to meet you! Please send us your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your passion for science and what you can bring to our team. Applications will be accepted until (insert application deadline), so don't delay!

Join Us and Make a Difference!

This is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of groundbreaking research that can change lives. We value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Your unique perspective could be just what we need!

Let's work together to explore the wonders of science. If you're ready to dive into an inspiring lab environment, apply today!

Note: This is a temporary contract position with flexible hours. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, gender, age, sexual orientation, or disability.

We can't wait to welcome you to our team!

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Join Our Dynamic Team as a Lab Assistant!

Are you passionate about science and eager to contribute to exciting research projects? Do you thrive in a vibrant, collaborative environment? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We are on the lookout for a cheerful and motivated Lab Assistant to join our team on a temporary contract basis.

What You'll Do:

As a Lab Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting our research and development efforts. Your daily responsibilities will include:

• Assisting scientists and researchers with experiments and data collection.
• Preparing and organising laboratory equipment and materials.
• Performing routine laboratory tests and analyses.
• Maintaining accurate records of experiments and results.
• Ensuring a clean, safe, and efficient laboratory environment.
• Collaborating with team members to troubleshoot issues and improve processes.

What We're Looking For:

To be successful in this role, you should possess the following qualifications:

• A background in the sciences (e.g., biology, chemistry, or a related field).
• Previous experience in a laboratory setting is a plus, but we welcome enthusiastic beginners!
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude.

Why Join Us?

At our company, we believe that a happy team makes for a productive lab! By joining us, you will enjoy:

• A friendly and supportive work environment where your contributions matter.
• Opportunities to learn and grow in your scientific career.
• Engaging team activities and events to foster camaraderie.
• Competitive pay for your valuable skills.

How to Apply:

Ready to embark on this exciting journey? We can't wait to meet you! Please send us your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your passion for science and what you can bring to our team. Applications will be accepted until (insert application deadline), so don't delay!

Join Us and Make a Difference!

This is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of groundbreaking research that can change lives. We value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Your unique perspective could be just what we need!

Let's work together to explore the wonders of science. If you're ready to dive into an inspiring lab environment, apply today!

Note: This is a temporary contract position with flexible hours. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, gender, age, sexual orientation, or disability.

We can't wait to welcome you to our team!

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

We are working with an award winning employer to find a Lab Technician in the Chelmsford area to join their team. As part of the role you will be working within the science and research industry to ensure that good house keeping and a clean, safe working environment in maintained throughout the lab.

The role consists of working a rotating shift pattern of 6am-1pm & 1pm-8pm, alternating weekly.

Please note you must be a car driver and have access to your own car; and live within a 20 minute commute of Colchester. We will not consider applications from those out of area. Please only apply if you do not require sponsorship as this is not offered by our client.

The great benefits of working for this company are below.

• 5% EE with 5% ER pension
• 24 days (rising to 25 in 2024) holidays plus public bank holidays
• Life Assurance - 3x cover
• Group Income Protection - 26 week deferred period, 50% of salary for up to 5 years
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to Work - Flex Self Funded Via Vivup
• Tech-scheme (White Goods) - Flex Self Funded Via Vivup
• Gym Membership discount vouchers - Flex Self Funded Via Vivup
• Discounts/Perks - Flex Self Funded Via Vivup
• Car Salary Sacrifice - Flex Self Funded Via Vivup
• Receive external training

Duties

To perform routine testing of samples for elemental content in accordance with SOPs using classical and instrumental techniques within a fast-paced commercial laboratory environment.

• Responsible for conducting analysis of samples within a laboratory environment to a high degree of accuracy in accordance with laboratory ISO17025 accreditation.
• Work with laboratory management to achieve key performance indicators.
• Organise and achieve work as assigned by area team leader/supervisor.
• To ensure safe working practices in line with HSE policy, Risk Assessment and COSHH procedures.
• Actively contribute to lean and continuous improvement activities within the lab environment.

To be considered for this Lab Analsyt role, you will need the following skills and experience

• Demonstrate an interest in Science; you must have Science GCSE / A-level or degree in a science based field.
• Computer literate.
• The ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate with Company personnel at all level
• Ability to prepare and weigh with speed and accuracy, and have good attention for detail.
• Ability to work in an organised and disciplined manner.

Microbiology Lab Assistant

I am currently working recruiting for a leading wet wipe manufacturer based in Flintshire, who have had an increase in workload due to continuous growth and looking for a Microbiology assistant to join the team on a 6-week contract, this is a good opportunity for a local graduate and laboratory technician to start immediately.

**With this being a 6-week contract, the client I am working with are wanting to fill the position ASAP, so candidates relocating will not be suitable**

Key responsibilities for the Microbiology Lab Assistant

• Prepare, sterilise, and maintain laboratory equipment and media Support change control, CAPA, deviation, audit, training, and document control modules within the eQMS.
• Assist in collecting and processing samples Analyse system data and user feedback to identify opportunities for process optimisation.
• Maintain accurate records and lab logs.
• Dispose of biohazard materials following safety protocols.
• Support quality control and ensure compliance with laboratory standards.
• Assist with basic data entry and report preparation.

Requirements for the Microbiology Lab Assistant

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline.
• Experience working within the laboratory
• Strong communication attitude

To apply for the Microbiology Lab Assistant or here more information, please contact Liam Shannon at Smart4Sciences on (phone number removed) or email me at

Microbiology Lab Assistant

I am currently working recruiting for a leading wet wipe manufacturer based in Flintshire, who have had an increase in workload due to continuous growth and looking for a Microbiology assistant to join the team on a 6-week contract, this is a good opportunity for a local graduate and laboratory technician to start immediately.

**With this being a 6-week contract, the client I am working with are wanting to fill the position ASAP, so candidates relocating will not be suitable**

Key responsibilities for the Microbiology Lab Assistant

• Prepare, sterilise, and maintain laboratory equipment and media Support change control, CAPA, deviation, audit, training, and document control modules within the eQMS.
• Assist in collecting and processing samples Analyse system data and user feedback to identify opportunities for process optimisation.
• Maintain accurate records and lab logs.
• Dispose of biohazard materials following safety protocols.
• Support quality control and ensure compliance with laboratory standards.
• Assist with basic data entry and report preparation.

Requirements for the Microbiology Lab Assistant

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline.
• Experience working within the laboratory
• Strong communication attitude

To apply for the Microbiology Lab Assistant or here more information, please contact Liam Shannon at Smart4Sciences on (phone number removed) or email me at

Pioneering trusted medical solutions to improve the lives we touch: Convatec is a global medical products and technologies company, focused on solutions for the management of chronic conditions, with leading positions in advanced wound care, ostomy care, continence care, and infusion care. With around 10,000 colleagues, we provide our products and services in almost 100 countries, united by a promise to be forever caring. Our solutions provide a range of benefits, from infection prevention and protection of at-risk skin, to improved patient outcomes and reduced care costs. Convatec's revenues in 2024 were over $2 billion. The company is a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index (LSE:CTEC). To learn more about Convatec, please visit Convatec, we're transforming our business for the better. Better products. Better ways of working. And better ways of delivering for our customers and each other. We're aiming for nothing short of excellence. Join us on our journey to #ForeverCaring as a Lab Assistant R&D and you'll do the same.
**Job Summary**
Your role as a Laboratory Technician/Assistant at CTEC Oxford is to provide all the required technical support to enable the laboratory to function effectively and efficiently; you will ensure that lab equipment is maintained to the appropriate quality, relevant records are up to date and all administrative and quality processes work effectively. You will be involved in assisting teams as needed for any structural and/or ancillary tasks as well as carrying out basic laboratory techniques and methodologies; occasionally, conducting lab-testing using detailed work-instructions. You will document work carried out in a lab-Notebook and be expected present your work to the team as/when required. In addition, you will be responsible for managing several administrative activities that facilitate the smooth running of office and lab associated processes, oversee, and maintain databases, collate data, work closely with the quality team and work with vendors and contractors.
Working at the very heart of the CTEC Oxford team, your role will involve liaising with all team members and having to juggle multiple tasks at a time. You will be highly organised and have the attitude that 'no task is too small' when carrying out office and lab administrative/regulatory duties. CTEC Oxford are a small team that supports the business needs via analytical lab testing, method development and R&D.
This role is based in our new offices/laboratory based in Milton Park, Abingdon.
**Key Duties and Responsibilities**
+ Maintain and calibrate technical equipment, including, but not limited to balances, UV-Vis, fluorimeter, FTIR, Water Activity, Elix water system and pipettes.
+ Prep solutions and buffers as needed.
+ Liaise with vendors to procure quotes and purchasing laboratory equipment, consumables, and supplies
+ Keeping records of lab expenditure.
+ Set up and maintain scientific data bases, including data management and filing.
+ Oversee metrology logs to ensure annual or 6 monthly PM/PQ of equipment is carried out in a timely manner.
+ Oversee stock management, waste disposal and shipping.
+ Be able to process and interpret large data sets.
+ Draft and review quality documents.
+ Administrative support to provide consistent management and oversight of the lab, purchasing, stock management
**About You**
+ 3-5 years hands-on lab technician experience.
+ Familiarity with working in a laboratory setting - knowledge of basic lab scientific systems and processes.
+ Having worked in a regulatory environment will be a great advantage.
+ Start work at or before 8.30am to set up lab equipment.
+ Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
+ Excellent record keeping skills **.**
+ Strong IT skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
+ The ability to prioritise tasks and work under pressure.
+ Outstanding interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
+ Strong attention to detail.
+ A problem-solving approach to work.
**Desired - But Not Essential**
+ Python coding experience.
+ Worked within an eQMS.
**Working Condition**
+ With the laboratory technician/assistant role you will work in a laboratory environment with exposure to chemicals, reagents and solvents, electronic equipment, some manual handling.
Our transformation will change your career. For good. You'll be pushed to think bigger and aim for excellence. Your ideas will be heard, and you'll be supported to bring them to life. There'll be challenges. But, stretch yourself and embrace the opportunities, and you could make your biggest impact yet.
This is stepping outside of your comfort zone.
This is work that'll **move** you.
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Laboratory Technician/Assistant

Permanent Role

Salary: 30,000/32,000

Fully on site

Working hours: To start at 8:30am or sooner

Pioneering trusted medical solutions to improve the lives we touch: Our client is a global medical products and technologies company, focused on solutions for the management of chronic conditions, with leading positions in advanced wound care, ostomy care, continence care, and infusion care. With around 10,000 colleagues, we provide our products and services in almost 100 countries, united by a promise to be forever caring. Our solutions provide a range of benefits, from infection prevention and protection of at-risk skin, to improved patient outcomes and reduced care costs. Group revenues in 2022 were over $2 billion. The company is a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index.

Job Summary

Your role as a Laboratory Technician/Assistant at their Oxford site is to provide all the required technical support to enable the laboratory to function effectively and efficiently; you will ensure that lab equipment is maintained to the appropriate quality, relevant records are up to date and all administrative and quality processes work effectively. You will be involved in assisting teams as needed for any structural and/or ancillary tasks as well as carrying out basic laboratory techniques and methodologies; occasionally, conducting lab-testing using detailed work-instructions. You will document work carried out in a lab-Notebook and be expected present your work to the team as/when required. In addition, you will be responsible for managing several administrative activities that facilitate the smooth running of office and lab associated processes, oversee, and maintain databases, collate data, work closely with the quality team and work with vendors and contractors.

Working at the very heart of their Oxford team, your role will involve liaising with all team members and having to juggle multiple tasks at a time. You will be highly organised and have the attitude that 'no task is too small' when carrying out office and lab administrative/regulatory duties. Oxford are a small team that supports the business needs via analytical lab testing, method development and R&D.

This role is based in our new offices/laboratory based in Milton Park, Abingdon.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain and calibrate technical equipment, including, but not limited to balances, UV-Vis, fluorimeter, FTIR, Water Activity, Elix water system and pipettes.
• Prep solutions and buffers as needed.
• Liaise with vendors to procure quotes and purchasing laboratory equipment, consumables, and supplies
• Keeping records of lab expenditure.
• Set up and maintain scientific data bases, including data management and filing.
• Oversee metrology logs to ensure annual or 6 monthly PM/PQ of equipment is carried out in a timely manner.
• Oversee stock management, waste disposal and shipping.
• Be able to process and interpret large data sets.
• Draft and review quality documents.
• Administrative support to provide consistent management and oversight of the lab, purchasing, stock management

About You

• 3-5 years hands-on lab technician experience.
• Familiarity with working in a laboratory setting - knowledge of basic lab scientific systems and processes.
• Having worked in a regulatory environment will be a great advantage.
• Start work at or before 8.30am to set up lab equipment.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent record keeping skills.
• Strong IT skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• The ability to prioritise tasks and work under pressure.
• Outstanding interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• A problem-solving approach to work.

Desired - But Not Essential

• Python coding experience.
• Worked within an eQMS.

Working Condition

• With the laboratory technician/assistant role you will work in a laboratory environment with exposure to chemicals, reagents and solvents, electronic equipment, some manual handling.

Our transformation will change your career. For good. You'll be pushed to think bigger and aim for excellence. Your ideas will be heard, and you'll be supported to bring them to life. There'll be challenges. But stretch yourself and embrace the opportunities, and you could make your biggest impact yet.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Laboratory Technician/Assistant

Permanent Role

Salary: 30,000/32,000

Fully on site

Working hours: To start at 8:30am or sooner

Pioneering trusted medical solutions to improve the lives we touch: Our client is a global medical products and technologies company, focused on solutions for the management of chronic conditions, with leading positions in advanced wound care, ostomy care, continence care, and infusion care. With around 10,000 colleagues, we provide our products and services in almost 100 countries, united by a promise to be forever caring. Our solutions provide a range of benefits, from infection prevention and protection of at-risk skin, to improved patient outcomes and reduced care costs. Group revenues in 2022 were over $2 billion. The company is a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index.

Job Summary

Your role as a Laboratory Technician/Assistant at their Oxford site is to provide all the required technical support to enable the laboratory to function effectively and efficiently; you will ensure that lab equipment is maintained to the appropriate quality, relevant records are up to date and all administrative and quality processes work effectively. You will be involved in assisting teams as needed for any structural and/or ancillary tasks as well as carrying out basic laboratory techniques and methodologies; occasionally, conducting lab-testing using detailed work-instructions. You will document work carried out in a lab-Notebook and be expected present your work to the team as/when required. In addition, you will be responsible for managing several administrative activities that facilitate the smooth running of office and lab associated processes, oversee, and maintain databases, collate data, work closely with the quality team and work with vendors and contractors.

Working at the very heart of their Oxford team, your role will involve liaising with all team members and having to juggle multiple tasks at a time. You will be highly organised and have the attitude that 'no task is too small' when carrying out office and lab administrative/regulatory duties. Oxford are a small team that supports the business needs via analytical lab testing, method development and R&D.

This role is based in our new offices/laboratory based in Milton Park, Abingdon.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain and calibrate technical equipment, including, but not limited to balances, UV-Vis, fluorimeter, FTIR, Water Activity, Elix water system and pipettes.
• Prep solutions and buffers as needed.
• Liaise with vendors to procure quotes and purchasing laboratory equipment, consumables, and supplies
• Keeping records of lab expenditure.
• Set up and maintain scientific data bases, including data management and filing.
• Oversee metrology logs to ensure annual or 6 monthly PM/PQ of equipment is carried out in a timely manner.
• Oversee stock management, waste disposal and shipping.
• Be able to process and interpret large data sets.
• Draft and review quality documents.
• Administrative support to provide consistent management and oversight of the lab, purchasing, stock management

About You

• 3-5 years hands-on lab technician experience.
• Familiarity with working in a laboratory setting - knowledge of basic lab scientific systems and processes.
• Having worked in a regulatory environment will be a great advantage.
• Start work at or before 8.30am to set up lab equipment.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent record keeping skills.
• Strong IT skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• The ability to prioritise tasks and work under pressure.
• Outstanding interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• A problem-solving approach to work.

Desired - But Not Essential

• Python coding experience.
• Worked within an eQMS.

Working Condition

• With the laboratory technician/assistant role you will work in a laboratory environment with exposure to chemicals, reagents and solvents, electronic equipment, some manual handling.

Our transformation will change your career. For good. You'll be pushed to think bigger and aim for excellence. Your ideas will be heard, and you'll be supported to bring them to life. There'll be challenges. But stretch yourself and embrace the opportunities, and you could make your biggest impact yet.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.