Trainee Scientist - Genetic Toxicology Harrogate, England
Job description
Are you looking for an entry level laboratory role?
Are you a recent Biology graduate?
Are you interested in Genetic Toxicology?
As one of the world’s premier Contract Research Organisations, Labcorp's mission is to improve health and improve lives!
At our pre-clinical development site in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, we are currently recruiting for a Trainee Scientist to join our MutaMouse lab in the Genetic Toxicology department.
Our graduate opportunities in Genetic Toxicology offer you the chance to develop your existing lab skills, cross train in different laboratories and gain a wide variety of skills, plus you can experience world renowned research techniques.
A super way to kick off your career in Genetic Toxicology!
The main responsibilities will include:
Responsibility to maintain lab cleanliness, supplies and tidiness (cleaning, calibrations, reagent prep and disposal (expired solutions), waste disposal etc.)
Assists to maintain laboratory equipment, equipment records within laboratory areas
Assists in the production of laboratory work sheets for standard assays
Assists in the preparation and performance of standard assay(s) in base lab area
Learns to prepare solutions of all materials required to perform the assays (where applicable)
Performs maintenance of laboratory equipment, equipment records
Assists with the preparation and performance of non-standard assay(s) in base lab area
Learns to monitor Gene Tox site specific temperature monitoring systems for the equipment using those systems in the base lab area
Learns to respond to alarm events for any equipment monitored by Gene Tox site specific temperature monitoring systems in the base lab area
Document Quality Events (deviations) using the Veeva QMS system
What Labcorp can offer you:
Competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including health cover and contributory pension.
Unrivalled opportunities to develop a successful career in the scientific industry.
Unsurpassed career development opportunities.
Education:
Educated to BSc level in a relevant life science subject
Skills / Experience:
Knowledge and understanding of Good Laboratory Practice
Previous experience of pipetting and aseptic techniques preferred
Any DNA extraction or bacteria culture experience is ideal
Methodical with excellent attention to detail
Ability to accurately read, record, and communicate information
Ability to perform mathematical calculations
Familiarity with standard spreadsheet and word-processing software applications
Communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills
If you are looking for a role where you will receive first class training, then we would like to hear from you!
Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:
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