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Avantor · Cambridge, England, United Kingdom
The Opportunity:
Executes day-to-day lab operations & support objectives at customer facilities, following a defined standard output or set of procedures, focused on minimizing laboratory workflow interruptions. Problems and issues faced are generally recurring and solutions are typically known and/or prescribed. More complex problems are solved by applying methods learned through experience and/or using available support. Activities may include PPE and/or safety station checks and maintenance, reviewing defibrillators, extinguishers and dispensing areas to confirm working order, storage, tracking and distribution of chemicals/materials ensuring accurate inventory control, and hazardous waste collection and recycling. Collects, documents, and organizes data and observations. Communicates activity records, service level metrics and other information requiring some explanation or interpretation to team members, supervisors or customers.
Laboratory Technician – Labstock
Cambridge (Discovery Centre)
Company: Avantor | Full-time
Make an impact behind the science
At Avantor, we enable scientists to focus on groundbreaking discoveries. As a
Laboratory Technician – Labstock
, you will play a vital role in ensuring laboratories run smoothly by managing chemicals, materials, and inventory that support critical research activities.
If you are organised, proactive, and enjoy working in a hands-on laboratory environment — this is a great opportunity to grow your career.
What you’ll be doing
Supporting daily laboratory operations through effective material and stock management
Managing inventory and ensuring availability of chemicals and consumables
Handling deliveries, including temperature-sensitive materials
Monitoring stock levels, expiry dates, and ensuring proper stock rotation
Supporting safe waste management processes
Maintaining clean, organised lab and storage areas
Collaborating with lab teams to understand and respond to operational needs
Identifying opportunities to improve processes and efficiency
What we’re looking for
Previous experience in a laboratory or similar environment
Basic knowledge of chemical handling or inventory systems (preferred)
Strong organisational and time management skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Good communication and customer service mindset
Comfortable using Microsoft Office tools
A proactive, flexible, and reliable approach to work
Nice to have
A scientific degree or relevant qualifications
Experience working with laboratory inventory systems or stock management
What we offer
Opportunity to work in a world-class scientific environment
Hands-on experience supporting cutting-edge research
Supportive and collaborative team culture
Training and development opportunities
Competitive salary and benefits package
Working environment
This is a lab-based, hands-on role involving movement across the site and physical handling of materials. You will work in a structured, safety-focused environment with standard working hours.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Why Avantor?
Dare to go further in your career.
Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
The work we do changes people's lives for the better.
It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world.
Apply today!
We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.
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Details
| Company | Avantor |
| Location | Cambridge, England, United Kingdom |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | tech |