Technician (Biological Sciences & R&D)

Location: Oxfordshire
Duration: Initial short-term contract
Hours: Full-time
Sector: Biotechnology / Life Sciences

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Technician to join an innovative Life Sciences organisation focused on developing cutting-edge biological technologies. Working within a research and development environment, you will support a team involved in biological research, laboratory operations, and experimental activities.

This role would suit a recent graduate or junior technician with a background in Biology, Zoology, Environmental Science, Microbiology, or a related scientific discipline who is looking to gain hands-on experience within a fast-paced R&D setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain biological colonies and support routine husbandry activities.
• Assist with experimental setup, monitoring, and data collection activities.
• Accurately record observations, results, and laboratory activities.
• Prepare laboratory materials, stock solutions, and equipment required for research activities.
• Support the smooth day-to-day running of laboratory operations.
• Contribute to maintaining high standards of health, safety, and laboratory compliance.
• Assist with maintaining SOPs, risk assessments, and associated documentation.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• A qualification in a scientific discipline such as Biology, Zoology, Environmental Science, Biomedical Science, Microbiology, or a related subject.
• Previous experience within a biological sciences laboratory or research environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Experience collecting, recording, and analysing scientific data.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• A flexible and proactive attitude with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Desirable

• Experience working with live organisms or biological husbandry systems.
• Experience supporting laboratory-based research and development projects.
• Knowledge of laboratory health and safety procedures, SOPs, COSHH, or risk assessments.

Apply Now

This is an excellent opportunity to join an innovative scientific organisation and gain valuable experience supporting research and development projects within the biological sciences sector.