Laboratory Technician

Description

• Support laboratory activities assigned by the Head of Lab Operations
• Check, calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment, reporting issues promptly
• Assemble electrochemical cells and cell stacks, from small-scale units to mechanically assembled stacks
• Prepare and cure polymer membrane materials in line with defined SOPs
• Conduct testing of electrochemical cells using battery and cell-testing equipment following set protocols
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of laboratory processes and equipment, including maintenance and fault reporting
• Monitor laboratory stock levels, assist with ordering and receive materials into the inventory system
• Maintain high standards of health & safety and laboratory housekeeping, contributing to a positive safety culture

Requirements

They are seeking a Laboratory Technician to join the team, this role supports a wide range of laboratory activities, contributing to material preparation, cell assembly, testing programmes and day-to-day laboratory operations. You will work closely with scientists, engineers and technical leaders. The ideal candidate for this role will have experience with wet chemistry techniques in the lab.

• Experience calibrating or validating laboratory equipment or materials
• Willingness to learn new techniques and a good understanding of scientific principles
• Experience with wet chemistry techniques and/or analytical equipment (FTIR, UV-Vis, TGA) is desirable
• Experience in a project-based R&D environment is advantageous
• Methodical approach to assembly, materials preparation and testing
• Level 3 qualification (A-Level, NVQ) or higher in a science or engineering discipline; Level 2 with strong laboratory experience considered
• Understanding of laboratory health & safety, 5S, and continuous improvement principles

Benefits

This is an initial 6-month FTC, with a salary ranging between £30,000-£35,000 with a great set of benefits including Bupa healthcare, 5% employer pension & much more!

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Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance