Overview
Laboratory Technician
Takeley, Essex
Monday to Friday with shift work (12 till 8pm)
At Azenta, new ideas, technologies and ways of thinking drive our future. Our customer-focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships.
Azenta Life Sciences is a market leader in automated biosample management solutions and genomic services across areas such as drug development and clinical and advanced cell therapies for the industry's top pharmaceutical, biotech, academic and healthcare institutions globally.
The team hold an opportunity for a Laboratory Technician to join the Sanger sequencing team based in Takeley, Essex.
Monday to Friday with shift work
No previous experience is required as all necessary training will be given, applicants must have a positive “can do” attitude.
Responsibilities:
Processing work orders; data recording both manually and electronically
Prepare sequencing template, including: preparation, amplification and PCR purification
Check inventory and replenish consumable supplies
Prepare buffers and related solutions for onsite processors.
Strictly follow SOPs and Manager’s direction in training, sample handling, project processing and documentation.
Assist and maintain the cleanliness of work area
Additional responsibilities as assigned
Skills/Requirements:
Excellent interpersonal skills; both verbal and written are essential
Ability to manage own load, work under pressure and to multiple deadlines
Great analytical approach and problem solving
Be an effective team-player committed to company goals
Keen, Self motivated, proactive and a self starter
Ability to react to situations with a “sense of urgency” and responsibility
Must have some IT literacy, including MS Word and Excel
Plese note own transportation preferable due to office location
