Job Description

Are you a highly organised and detail-oriented individual looking for a new challenge in a fast-paced, innovative environment? Our Laboratory Management Team at Tropic is looking for a Production Technician to help keep our lab running smoothly.

What You'll Do

This hands-on role is essential for our daily operations. You'll be involved in a variety of tasks, including:

Managing glassware:

Washing, organising, and storing lab glassware.

Sterilising supplies:

Preparing items for sterilisation and using autoclaves.

Keeping the labs stocked

: Monitoring and refilling replacing lab supplies like reagents and consumables.

Waste management:

Safely handling and disposing of lab waste.

Cleaning:

Maintaining lab spaces, tools and equipment.

Making media:

Preparing liquid and solid growth media for experiments.

Quality control:

Checking the quality of prepared media and other lab products.

Instrument checks:

Helping with routine calibration of lab instruments.

Who We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who is:

Detail-oriented:

You notice the small things that others might miss.

Organised:

You can juggle tasks and keep your workspace tidy.

Proactive:

You take initiative and can work independently.

Reliable:

You're committed to doing a great job every time.

Good with practical tasks:

You're comfortable with hands-on work and careful with equipment.

A team player:

You communicate well and enjoy working with others.

Safety-conscious:

You understand and follow lab safety rules.

Eager to learn:

You're adaptable and keen to pick up new skills.

Qualifications

Full training will be provided and there are no essential qualifications required.

Laboratory experience isn't essential for this role; we value a positive attitude and a strong willingness to learn above all else.

Science-related qualifications (e.g., A-levels, BTEC, HNC/HND, or a degree) or previous experience laboratory experience (media preparation, managing glassware) will be a bonus; however, it is not essential.

About Us

Tropic is one of the world's leading agricultural gene-editing companies. Our team is dedicated to the development and commercialization of high-performing varieties of tropical crops to provide significant benefits to growers, processors and consumers globally, tackling real-world problems around food security and sustainability.



Our vision is to become a leading seed business with significant ownership of its products from the laboratory to the field, while maintaining constructive relationships with growers and consumers based on transparency and trust.

Why Join Tropic?

Diverse workforce operating in a dynamic working environment Excellent learning and career development opportunities Social events throughout the year Competitive compensation and benefits including: Private Medical Insurance, Medical Cash Plan, 25 days annual leave, Group Income Protection and Life Assurance

Further Information

Job Location

- Norwich UK

Time Requirement

- Full Time

Contract

- Permanent

Closing date -

26/6/2025




If you are looking to work in a dynamic company, striving towards a real-world impact, then consider joining our team and apply here!