Job Description

This placement is supported by funding from the Argyll & Bute UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF)

Please Note: This opportunity is only open to unemployed residents of Argyll & Bute.

Department: Technical Support Hours of work: 16 hours per week (Monday to Friday, we can be flexible on work pattern) Rate of pay: 12.60 per hour Work location: SAMS site, Dunbeg, near Oban Duration: 26 weeks Closing date: Friday 25th April 2025

Purpose

You will work in a science laboratory, learn how to prepare and conduct experiments, and use scientific equipment to set up and support experiments and projects. You will also learn how to record, store and maintain scientific data and comply with health & safety procedures.

This placement will provide an opportunity to work in a scientific laboratory environment and learn about scientific research, to upskill, refresh skills, or provide a work experience opportunity to decide If you would like a career connected to science.

Tasks will include:

Sample preparation, basic testing and experiments

Assist with molecular biology tasks to support our culture collection Learn and follow methodologies and protocols in carrying out routine tasks Assist with procedures for the long-term storage of cultures
Equipment Management

Setting up, using and maintaining lab equipment Washing laboratory glassware and consumables Assist with ensuring cleanliness and organisation of the lab
Data Management

Recording data accurately Assist with digitising of historical records
There may be other tasks as part of the placement that you would be interested in learning about within our scientific research and commercial projects.

Our Ideal Candidate

The opportunity may be suitable for someone:

Who has completed education (high school/university graduate) and is interested in science or looking to get back into work and upskill Is interested in a career in science/lab environment Has attention to detail Is able to follow instructions and procedures Has computer literacy

Interested?

We would love to hear from you. If you have queries or would like a short introduction on our placement opportunity, before applying, please contact us at hr@sams.ac.uk

The application process is listed below:

Application process

Applications must include a full CV and short cover letter. Your CV should include any previous employment (including tasks and dates of employment), education and relevant skills. Your cover letter should briefly outline your interest in our placement, skills and experience and how this would benefit you.
Please send applications electronically to quoting Job Ref. 'D02/25.CRM' in the subject heading.

Closing date

- for applications is Friday 25th April 2025

Interviews

- will be held shortly thereafter

Start date

- the successful candidate must be able to begin the work placement within the first week of May 2025

Full details, including accessible formats of this advert, can be found here: https://www.sams.ac.uk/vacancies/laboratory-support-assistant---work-placement-d0225crm/

Please note: We are unfortunately not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position. All applicants must already be able to work in the UK and provide required documentation to support this as work placements will start soon after interview.

SAMS Group is committed to being an equal and open organisation. Diversity and inclusion are important to us, and we strive to remove any barriers that may prevent people from applying to join us. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, and from all who share our values and can help us to broaden our knowledge and range of ideas.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 26 weeks

Pay: 12.60 per hour

Expected hours: 16 per week

Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Application question(s):

Are you currently unemployed and living in Argyll & Bute?
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 25/04/2025
Reference ID: D02/25.CRM
Expected start date: 05/05/2025