Apprentice Lab Tech

Job SummaryAs an apprentice, you'll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You'll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff. What you'll do at workLaboratory & Experimental Work: Support the expression, purification and characterisation of recombinant proteins Perform routine laboratory techniques including pipetting, buffer preparation, chromatography and sample analysis Assist in executing experimental plans, following established protocols and SOPs Accurately record experimental data in electronic lab notebooks (e.g.

Benchling) Data Analysis & Reporting: Process and analyse experimental data under supervision Maintain clear and accurate documentation of results, ensuring traceability Contribute to data presentation in team meetings Equipment & Laboratory Operations: Operate and maintain standard laboratory equipment (e.g. centrifuges, FPLC systems, spectrophotometers) Maintain laboratory consumables and stock levels Support calibration, maintenance and troubleshooting of equip Quality, Compliance and Safety: Follow all laboratory health & safety procedures and risk assessments Work in accordance with internal quality systems and good scientific practice Ensure accurate documentation aligned with traceability and audit standards Collaboration and Communication: Work collaboratively within the Protein Sciences team and with cross-functional groups Actively participate in training, coursework and apprenticeship

Requirements

Demonstrate continuous improvement in technical and professional skills

Requirements

Desired

Qualifications

A Level Science Let the company know about other relevant

Qualifications

and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know. Skills Communication skills Attention to detail Organisation skills Problem solving skills Team working Strong interest in science Understanding of scientific principles Ability to follow protocols Ability to accurately record data Willingness to learn