Job Description

Location: Cambridge, CB24 9NZ

Working hours: 37 hours per week, Monday-Friday; part-time considered minimum 30 hours

ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking to recruit a Laboratory Technician to join our friendly team undertaking seed-health diagnostics and plant variety identification for the agricultural industry.

As a Laboratory Technician, your key duties include:

• Registration of seed samples
• Preparation of samples for testing
• Carry out a wide range of diagnostic techniques for seed, plant and soil pathogens, including microscopy, molecular biology, GC and HPLC.
• Regular use of laboratory equipment.
• Regular exposure to seeds, plant material and plant pathogens.
• Manual handling - occasional handling items of up to 25kg e.g. potato sacks.
• Occasional exposure to dust e.g. soil particles, from milled seeds.
• Possible occasional exposure to chemicals e.g. those used to treat seeds.

Location

The role is based at NIAB Park Farm, Histon, Cambridge, CB24 9NZ, 4 miles from Cambridge city centre. Free on-site parking and linked by cycle ways and regular buses to Cambridge city centre and railway station. Close to Junction 32 of A14, with easy access to M11, A10 and A11.

Informal enquiries are welcome, please contact Helen Appleyard, Head of Analytical Services, .

Benefits include 25 days\' holiday plus public holidays and 3 days off during the Christmas period, flexible working, generous sick pay, attractive pension scheme, income protection, life assurance, employee discount scheme, free on-site parking

ABOUT YOU

Essential requirements

Ideally you have:

• A levels including biology
• Laboratory experience
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and work to deadlines, even when under pressure
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Flexibility - able to work alone and as part of a small team
• Willingness to learn new skills

Desirable requirements

Ideally you will also have:

• Some basic knowledge of agriculture or plant science
• Flexibility - able to work alone and as part of a small team
• Confidence about working without direct supervision

See full on our website for more details.

ABOUT US

NIAB is the UK\'s leading crop science organisation, with research capabilities in plant genetics, agronomy, farming systems and data science, the largest national field trials capability, and strong research links with industry, Government and academia. With headquarters in Cambridge, and regional offices across the country, employing more than 400 people across the UK, NIAB advances the role of plant genetic resources through research services and training. NIAB\'s position at the interface of academic research and commercial breeding offers opportunities for strong collaborations across the plant sciences sector.

NIAB actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. As a Disability Confident Employer we have a positive approach to employing people living with a disability.

TO APPLY

Click the \'Apply\' button or visit our website for further details and to apply directly. Any questions? Email or call Human Resources on 01223 342282.

World class experience, skills and resources

From \xc2\xa320,972 per annum, depending on experience

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