Job Description

THIS VACANCY MUST BE APPLIED FOR VIA THE NBI JOBS WEBSITE
The John Innes Centre (JIC) is seeking applications for a Laboratory Support Technician to provide essential support to science staff within the main science buildings at the John Innes Centre.

About the John Innes Centre:

The John Innes Centre is an independent, international centre of excellence in plant and microbial sciences. We nurture a creative, curiosity-led approach to answering fundamental questions in bioscience, and translate that knowledge into societal benefits. Our strategic vision, Healthy Plants, Healthy People, Healthy Planet, sets out our ambitious long-term goals for the game changing impact of our science globally.

Our employees enjoy access to state-of-the-art technology and a diverse range of specialist training opportunities, including support for leadership and management. Click here to find out more about working at the John Innes Centre.

About the Department:

The successful applicant will work as part of a Laboratory Support team covering the three main science buildings across the John Innes Centre, providing essential support to John Innes Centre scientists.

The role:

Duties will include preparation and distribution of sterile media and supplies, washing, drying and distribution of laboratory glassware, processing microbiological waste, and the routine use and maintenance of laboratory support work area equipment, e.g. autoclaves, dishwashers, pH meters, dispensing equipment etc.

The post holder will also be responsible for maintaining communal consumable stocks, routine maintenance of equipment, waste disposal and recycling, quality assurance and Health and Safety-related tasks and other general laboratory duties.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills in media preparation and biological and chemical waste handling, and other aspects of laboratory support operations.

The ideal candidate:

The ideal candidate will have 5 GCSEs or equivalent at A- C grade (including English and Maths) and 2 A Levels or equivalent. They will also have basic knowledge of the preparation of growth media.
We are seeking to appoint a proactive, enthusiastic person with good organisational, time management, communication and interpersonal skills, and excellent team working skills, who will be able to integrate well within a varied team.

A sound understanding of health and safety, computer skills and previous laboratory experience are essential.

Full training in all necessary tasks will be given.

Additional information:

Please note, this post does not meet UKVI requirements to provide visa sponsorship.

Please note CVs received directly from Indeed will not be considered. Only applications submitted on the above website will be accepted

For further information and details of how to apply, please visit our website http://jobs.jic.ac.uk or contact the Human Resources team on 01603 450814 or nbi.recruitment@nbi.ac.uk quoting reference 1004913.

We are an equal opportunities employer, actively supporting inclusivity and diversity. As a Disability Confident organisation, we guarantee to offer an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for this vacancy. We are proud to hold a prestigious Gold Athena SWAN award in recognition of our inclusive culture, commitment and good practices towards advancing of gender equality. We offer an exciting, stimulating, diverse research environment and actively promote a family friendly workplace. The Institute is also a member of Stonewall's Diversity Champions programme.

The John Innes Centre is a registered charity (No. 223852) grant-aided by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 23,493.00-28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 06/07/2025
Reference ID: 1004913