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Laboratory Technician

Location – Cambridge

Sector – Biotechnology

Salary – £26,000 - £28,000 (depending on interview performance & experience)

Full time, permanent role

We are currently offering the opportunity for a technician to join an innovative biotechnology company based in Cambridge. Our client is seeking a new hard-working individual their team focused on developing and optimising new products within the company,

This is the perfect opportunity for an individual with a few months of lab experience who is seeking to develop their career in an entry-level role within R&D.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

The Role

As a Laboratory Technician, you will be responsible for:

  • Performing DNA extractions and QC checks on DNA samples (e.g. via Nanodrop, Qubit, gel electrophoresis),

  • Housekeeping tasks including media preparation & glassware washing,

  • Accurate recording of experimental methods and results.

    Current / Recent Experience Required:

  • At least 6 months of hands-on experience working within a laboratory environment (essential).

  • An awareness of common microbiology / molecular biology techniques (essential).

  • A willingness to perform routine and repetitive lab work (essential).

    Profile Required:

  • Existing UK work eligibility (essential).

  • Happy to commute / relocate to Cambridge (essential).

    The Package

    As an up-and-coming Cambridge Biotech, our client can offer a competitive salary and benefits package including private pension and private health insurance

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