CY Partners is supporting a well established life sciences organisation in Newcastle upon Tyne with the appointment of a Laboratory Scientist on an initial 12 month contract.
This role offers the opportunity to join a collaborative laboratory environment, develop a broad range of biomedical and laboratory skills and contribute to critical operational activities within a regulated setting.
The opportunity
You’ll be part of a supportive team, working across a broad range of laboratory activities that underpin quality and compliance. The role provides structured processes, exposure to regulated workflows and opportunities to build confidence across a range of core laboratory techniques.
It is well suited to a Scientist who enjoys practical lab work, values accuracy and consistency and is keen to continue developing within a professional biomedical or life sciences environment.
Key responsibilities
- Supporting Quality Control and operational laboratory activities within agreed timelines
- Handling, preparing, storing and archiving samples in line with internal procedures
- Performing laboratory techniques to support studies and operational outputs
- Maintaining clear, accurate and traceable laboratory documentation
- Supporting laboratory readiness through equipment checks, stock control and ordering
- Working in line with quality systems, regulatory requirements and standard operating procedures
- Collaborating with colleagues across the team and related scientific functions
What we're looking for:
- Some hands on experience in a biomedical or life sciences environment, ideally within a regulated laboratory
- Good organisational and time management skills
- Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach
- Ability to work effectively with moderate supervision
- A proactive team player with a genuine desire to learn and grow your career
- Degree level qualification in a biomedical or scientific discipline, or equivalent experience
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
CY Partners is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.