Technical Specialist II

Job Overview

Charles River Discovery are excited to be recruiting for a Technical Specialist II to join our High Peak, UK site. This is an onsite role
, with expectation of being able to travel to High Peak daily. The Technical Specialist II role is laboratory based, hands‑on position with responsibilities in applying technical expertise to support the delivery of a broad portfolio of client projects.

Do you have expertise in working with robotics and liquid handling platforms?

Have you got the desire to improve health and lives?

• Execute complex protocols independently, troubleshoot technical issues and train junior staff on standard techniques.
• Perform specialist functions within a defined area – Robotics, liquid handling and routine automation.
• Perform specialist functions relating to client project work as required.
• Lead implementation of process improvements, coordinate technical activities and mentor junior colleagues.
• Provide timely communication with technical and scientific staff liaising across departments at High Peak.
• Execution of routine technical and non-technical tasks with high level of competency and minimal supervision.
• Owns workload to meet agreed deliverables with awareness of how this impacts the immediate and wider team.
• Adherence to safe lab working policies, with some ability to suggest new ideas and provide solutions for immediate workspace.
• Demonstrate ability to identify range of technical issues, and report to relevant managerial delegate in a timely manner.

• BSc/MSc (preferred) within a relevant scientific discipline.
• Track record of technical expertise in using robotics and liquid handling platforms in a laboratory‑based environment, industry preferred.
• Experience of working at other CROs/Biotech/Pharma companies is highly advantageous.
• Excellent attention to detail, time management and communication skills also a must. Able to present scientific data to stakeholders competently.
• Able to effectively solve problems and collaborate with project teams to resolve any issues and support implementation as needed.

• A very comprehensive benefits package from day one, including a large pension contribution, private medical for you (and can add family members), private dental care, critical illness cover, bonus and more!
• Global opportunities and strong career progression.
• The chance to work on several varied projects and liaise globally and nationally with other business areas.
• To be able make a difference to health and wellbeing of people.
• To continue your own career growth.
• Flexible and hybrid working.
• Group Life Assurance and Group Income Protection.
• Well‑being support and initiatives.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Applicants must have existing Right to Work in the UK as we are not able to provide sponsorship.