WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Eagerness to learn and develop in different parts of laboratory practices
• Be comfortable with and interested in working within a laboratory
• Good written and verbal communication skills, including telephone skills
• Accurate data entry skills and keen attention to detail
• Good general organisational skills, including planning and prioritisation
• A good working knowledge of Microsoft packages, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• You must have or be on track to achieve 3 A-levels (one being Chemistry) or equivalent, at grades B/B/C or a minimum of 104 UCAS tariff points
• Have a minimum of grade C/4 in GCSE Maths and English

ABOUT THE ROLE:

You’ll gain experience in a range of laboratories at our site in Blackley and develop a broad understanding of our chemistries, the test and technique fundamentals that are used to characterise and qualify them, along with an analytical mindset to create fundamental knowledge and critical problem-solving skills. You’ll be working as part of our team on real projects providing a high standard of laboratory work that supports the requests of our stakeholders.
You’ll develop technical and business knowledge to build a solid foundation for your future career and be given the opportunity to train at a level that matches your technical experience as you progress through the Apprenticeship supported
Alongside your work-based learning you’ll study towards your BSc (Hons) Chemical Science degree with Manchester Metropolitan University, to find out more about the course itself please visit https://www.mmu.ac.uk/study/apprenticeships/courses/laboratory-scientist
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate good attention to detail, a flexible approach to their work and be an open communicator

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

• Learning through our development programme and appointed mentors
• Providing support to tactical and strategic projects across the departmental operation
• Building your knowledge and practical skills to be an effective contributor
• Demonstrating the capabilities, you have learnt to further enhance the programme
• Develop and grow a project management and communication mindset
• Provide your thoughts and ideas on topics when opportunities arise
• Look for opportunities to continuously improve safety, quality and efficiency
• Look to promote the company, the department and yourself