Laboratory Technician - Biological Sciences

Location:: Harwell, Didcot
Type:: Full Time Employment (Permanent)

About the role

As a Laboratory Technician at Oxford Product Design you will play a vital role in advancing our research and development endeavours in the field of biological science. This role will be responsible for conducting experiments, maintaining lab equipment and assisting in data collection and analysis.

About you

We are in search of a skilled Laboratory Technician with a background in biological science or a related discipline. The ideal candidate should thrive within a laboratory environment, exhibit keen attention to detail and be proficient at working both independently and autonomously. This role is open to a range of candidates, including recent graduates, junior technicians and mid-level professionals, with salary offerings tailored to individual levels of experience and expertise.

Role Responsibilities

Prepare and execute experiments related to biological sample analysis and processing, following guidance from the medical team
Maintain and operate laboratory equipment, ensuring proper functionality and adherence to stringent health and safety protocols
Collaborate in the collection, organisation and analysis of experimental data, contributing valuable insights to live client and internal projects
Participate in the refinement and enhancement of laboratory protocols and procedures
Effectively communicate observations and findings with colleagues and research team members

Role Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Biological Science, Biochemistry or a related field
Hands-on experience with laboratory techniques and equipment relevant to biological research
Exceptional organisational skills and unwavering attention to detail
Adeptness at working autonomously and efficiently in a fast-paced laboratory setting
Strong communication abilities, facilitating effective collaboration within interdisciplinary teams
Prior exposure to laboratory environments through academic initiatives, internships or related employment

Working at OPD

At Oxford Product Design (OPD) we’re on a mission to make things better. Better for the products we design, the clients we work with, our people working here, our planet, and everyone we connect with along the way.

Our exceptional team of professional problem solvers work with both start-ups on ground-breaking new ideas, as well as some of the world’s leading brands on category-defining products that improve how we humans live and work.

As innovators we are curious, experimental, creative and passionate. But our pragmatic, precise approach and highly technical expertise mean that manufacturability and risk management are at the core of everything we do.

We are based in a beautiful historic barn in Harwell, Oxfordshire. There is plenty of on-site parking and the studio is well connected by bus and rail links.

Company benefits

01
Employee benefit schemes available
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Pension scheme
- Health insurance
- Sabbatical scheme
- ECV car scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Season ticket loan
02
Paid leave for those extra special days
- Your birthday
- Your wedding day
- The day you’re moving house
- Your child's first day at school
03
Holiday options
We provide purchase and buy back options for your annual leave.
04
Ten days training per year
With a training budget of up to 5% of your annual salary.
05
Generous holiday allowance
You’ll have 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays).

How to apply

Use the form below to send us a copy of your CV, cover letter and portfolio letting us know why you’re a good fit for the role. Or you can email us at jobs@opd.uk.com

Direct applicants only please, strictly no recruitment agencies.

Location:: Harwell, Didcot
Type:: Full Time Employment (Permanent)

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