Laboratory Support Technician (will train the right candidate)

This role is based at Fordham, Cambridgeshire, UK within Resolian. With one of the world’s largest bioanalytical centres, recognised for leadership in science and technology, Resolian has comprehensive capabilities for pharmacokinetic, immunogenicity and biomarker measurement that span LC-MS/MS, immunoassay and flow cytometry. We routinely solve difficult method development challenges and have the capacity to support the largest, most complex protocols. Our Bioanalysis Department works together with pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies in support of pre-clinical and clinical trials for a wide variety of clients and therapeutic areas. We use innovative analytical methodology and the expertise of our analytical scientists to speed up the discovery of new medicines. The department operates a well-equipped laboratory compliant with GLP, GCP and GMP, and offers the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art analytical instrumentation. The Lab Support team is responsible for delivering a range of services to our bioanalysis laboratories on site at Fordham, working to GxP regulations. Key activities are regular maintenance of bench top lab equipment, reagent preparation, glass washing and pipette checks which must be performed in accordance with SOP’s and recorded on our in-house LIMS.The focus of this role is to support the work of operational teams by ensuring operational laboratory support service is completed to a high standard. Plan the day-to-day lab support service of a team of technicians, effectively organised and prioritise work to ensure operations labs are fully functional. Key responsibilities include;Plan and perform equipment maintenance checks, glass washing and reagent prep across multiple laboratoriesLaboratory management activities such as stock management and lab coat administrationContribute to team and departmental process improvement projectsActively plan your work, managing your time to deliver a high quality lab support service to our internal customersRecord keeping in compliance with GLPWork closely as part of a team, supporting one another to achieve our customers goalsThe ideal candidate willBe enthusiastic, proactive, and driven to go the extra mile to support our customersFocus on quality, and possess an excellent attention to detailCommunicate effectively; explaining the outcome of experiments to peers and customersEmbrace our core values of Passion, Integrity, Respect, Curiosity and BrillianceSkills RequiredGCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths, English and ScienceGood computer skills, with experience of using Microsoft Office softwareExcellent organisational and time management skillsLife At FordhamWe have a state-of-the-art purpose-built facility within an open green countryside setting, with places to walk and relax outdoors, as well as a café on site.At Fordham, we have friendly collaborative teams, dedicated to helping our customers to achieve their goals. Every day is different; we are empowered to solve a range of scientific problems and embrace continuous improvement. Individually, and together, we take responsibility to progress projects, learn, and share best practice. We help one another to progress and grow. Together we build strong scientific teams, who celebrate success and make time to have fun. We take care of our people, environment, and community.BenefitsFlexible Working: we offer a flexible approach to work where you can adapt your working pattern to balance your home and work needs Defined career progression, mentoring and support is offered, and personal development is encouraged Excellent training and development opportunities for all employeesWide range of flexible benefits, including a group personal pension plan, access to private medical care, cycle to work scheme, travel insurance and moreRegular organised social activities; summer fair, Christmas party, occasional food truck visits and other ad-hoc events and celebrations organised by our sports and social group