I am currently recruiting for Laboratory Technicians in and around Plymouth to work within a state of the art, high output diagnostics laboratory environment as part of the UK's NHS Test and Trace programme.
This role will be working day and night shift patterns from 8am-8pm, or 8pm-8am, 4 days on, 4 days off. You’ll switch from day to night shift’s monthly.
You will work as part of a team and carry out varied tasks including primary specimen preparation, RNA extraction and data manipulation using the laboratory networked computer system. You’ll need to ensure that processes are carried out safely, efficiently, and to the laboratory's required standards, performing the role in accordance with technical documents and SOPs compliant with the laboratory's accredited standards.
In order to be successful, you'll need the following education, experience and skills:
Education: Foundation Degree in Health Care Science or equivalent level qualification such as A level or BTEC in science.
Skills:
• Effective computer and keyboard skills
• Organised and methodical
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise work
• Good communication skills
• Self-organisation and the ability to prioritise.
• Follow protocols and instructions accurately
• Understand basic scientific techniques.
In return: This role will work on a shift pattern and will include day, evening and weekend shifts. We are offering an hourly rate of £12.82 per hour on a day shift and £15.64 per hour on a night shift.
If you are interested please apply for this role, or feel free to email josh.mills@cpl.com
