Laboratory Assistant

Laboratory Assistant 6-month contract (potential for renewal/permanent) Onsite - Wokingham £12.18 per hour (Inside IR35) 36 hours per week *Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK and travel within the EU.* About the company Specialists in the food industry, our client is currently looking to recruit a Lab Assistant to work at their site in Wokingham. Job Description As Lab Assistant, your main responsibilities include: You efficiently administer samples for scientific analysis by creating records, assigning analytical tests, allocating samples for analysis, maintaining chain-of-custody for controlled samples, inputting results and liaising with clients. This role requires you to apply your organizational skills to meet tight deadlines. You will be responsible for all scientific administrative tasks including lab administration, housekeeping activities and working in accordance with laboratory-set quality standards. Because you will liaise with clients, you will always demonstrate high quality customer service, ensuring that work is done on time, that the analytical data generated is reliable, and that the results are accurate and provided in a timely manner. You will also assist with routine checks/calibrations and control documentation to ensure that only the most current versions are supplied to analysts. This role will require you to work at the highest standards of safety and quality, maintaining a clean, tidy and safe working environment and completing assigned quality actions in a timely manner. Qualifications / Skills needed A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge: A relevant scientific discipline Competency in the use of generic and specific software packages required for the role including MS Office applications Basic lab equipment experience, preferably with work experience in a scientific environment Attention to detail, following written instructions and working on multiple activities concurrently Accountability, honesty, hardworking, flexibility and adaptability, and working efficiently on a team Good written and verbal communication skills How to Apply If you're interested in applying for this position, submit your application and one of our recruiters will be in touch.

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