Laboratory Technician

Location: Waltham, Melton Mowbray LE14 4RT near Leicester/Nottingham (On-site, 5 days/week)
Contract Length: 6-month temporary contract
Hourly Rate: £12.76/hour
Start Date: ASAP (Immediate hire available)
Driving Licence Required: Yes (site is not accessible via public transport)

Are you a detail-driven individual with a passion for science and animal care? Do you want to be part of groundbreaking research in pet nutrition and wellbeing? Randstad Sourceright, a leading provider of RPO & MSP Recruitment Services are seeking a talented Trial Support Technician to join a world-renowned Petcare Science Institute.

Imagine This (Job duties):

Hands-On Laboratory Work (90%)
Be at the heart of research trials, performing essential lab tasks including:

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Preparing flavour solutions, dietary supplements, and pet food samples

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Processing biological samples (e.g., saliva and faeces)

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Labelling and recording data using systems like LIMS, Excel, and XDL

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Following strict protocols and safety procedures for every trial

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Disposing of chemicals appropriately

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Supporting up to 8 concurrent trials weekly

Research Support and Collaboration (10%)

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Attend weekly team meetings and contribute to after-action reviews

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Liaise with scientists and researchers to support trial progress

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Assist in testing new lab methods and equipment during pilot studies

What You Need to Bring (Experience required):

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Approx. 1 year of lab experience in a scientific or industrial setting

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Alternatively: a recent graduate in a biological or chemical science degree with hands-on lab work

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A driving licence is essential due to the location

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Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and accuracy

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Comfortable working on repetitive but critical tasks in a team environment

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Flexible and adaptable — you may handle multiple techniques and tasks daily

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Confident with digital tools such as LIMS and Excel

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Experience with the ELISA technique (desirable but not essential)