Trainee Scientist - Genetic Toxicology

Labcorp Harrogate, England, United Kingdom

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Are you looking for a laboratory role? Are you a recent Biological Sciences graduate or have laboratory experience in our industry? Are you interested in Genetic Toxicology? If so, Labcorp’s mission is to improve health and improve lives!

We are currently recruiting for a Research Assistant to join our in vivo laboratory in the Genetic Toxicology department. In this role you will be working on Muta Mouse assays.

• Maintaining lab cleanliness, supplies and tidiness (cleaning, calibrations, reagent prep and disposal, waste disposal etc.)
• Maintaining laboratory equipment and equipment records within laboratory areas
• Producing laboratory worksheets for standard assays
• Preparation and performance of standard assay(s) in base lab area
• Accurate recording and data checking of study and laboratory raw data

• Competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including health cover and contributory pension
• Unrivalled opportunities to develop a successful career in the scientific industry
• Unsurpassed career development opportunities
• Paid overtime

• Educated to BSc level in a relevant life science subject

• Knowledge and understanding of Good Laboratory Practice, aseptic techniques and cell culture would be advantageous
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to accurately read, record, and communicate information.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations
• Familiarity with standard spreadsheet and word-processing software applications
• Communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills

Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, family or parental status, marital status, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.