Laboratory Support Officer

Ibell Recruitment & Staffing Ltd ,
London, Greater London
Salary: £21,000 per annum + benefits

Overview

This leading pharmaceutical services company is looking to fill the position of Manual Laboratory Support Officer based in the Head Office in Central London. Reporting to the Laboratory Support Team Leader you will be responsible for assisting and support the team in the provision of a managed service that will ensure efficient and effective use of laboratory facilities. This is a highly physical role that requires the incumbent to be on their feet for long periods of time, so you must be physically strong and fit able to cope with the physical demands of this role. Being the first response for any equipment maintenance to include logging faults, repairing minor faults with telephone support, arranging for spare parts when needed, following up with the manufacturers to ensure optimum performance Equipment: Cyclical maintenance - ensuring programs are adhered to, informing teams if maintenance visits and anticipated equipment downtime Equipment Calibration - logging issues, liaising with support, updating logs of calibration activity Stock and Procurement - agreeing and publishing minimum stock levels to determine when stock is low and needs reordering, physically counting and checking stock, logging deliveries and checking units on system Sample Logistics - assisting with the transport of samplers to destinations internally when required and liaisng re samples between departments Supporting other Facilities GP Supplies - assisting sites with order management and supply distribution Experience Required The successful candidate will ideally have a IBMS-accredited Biological Sciences degree or equivalent qualification in pathology disciplines as well as some theoretical and practical knowledge in all disciplines of pathology relevant to its multidisciplinary nature. Previous experience in a relevant laboratory, and proficiency in techniques appropriate to the discipline are essential including experience of working to a Laboratory Quality Management System. You must have excellent organisational skills and be highly detail minded. The ability to prioritise and remain calm when working under pressure is important. The ideal applicant will be well presented, professional and demonstrate a customer focused attitude. Strong communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with team members and Managers is key. If you have good initiative, are flexible in your approach and have a keen interest in this field then this could be the career opportunity for you. This is a permanent role paying £21,000. This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89751718