QC Lab Technician at Oxford Nanopore Technologies

, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Incoming Verification, Buffer Preparation, Analytical Procedures, Equipment Maintenance, Calibration, Chemical Handling, Attention To Detail, Communication, Organization, Quality Control

Industry

Biotechnology Research

Description

We are looking for a motivated and team-orientated individual to join our Biologics Production QC area as a QC Lab Technician. This role mostly involves preparing incoming verification of materials critical buffers essential for QC testing, and analytical procedures, performing device and equipment maintenance, etc. The Details... Reporting to the Biologics Production QC Manager/Lead, the successful candidate will carry out daily production QC activities relating to kit and flow cell components. Main responsibilities include incoming verification of materials, preparing critical buffers essential for QC testing, and analytical procedures, performing device and equipment maintenance, routine calibration checks, consumables restocking, etc. What We're Looking For... We'll expect you to have some hands-on experience in a laboratory or manufacturing setting. In addition, you'll have A' Levels in Biology or Chemistry, advanced maths skills and a good understanding of scientific concepts. Knowledge of handling chemicals would also be advantageous. You have a good eye for detail, are an effective communicator and enjoy working as part of a team. Organisational skills and a systematic approach to work would also be beneficial. This role will suit someone who is quality and process driven, responsive to customer needs and who can take a positive approach and work to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing environment. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job. Oxford Nanopore Technologies: Our goal is to bring the widest benefits to society through enabling the analysis of anything, by anyone, anywhere. The company has developed a new generation of nanopore-based sensing technology for faster, information rich, accessible and affordable molecular analysis. The first application is DNA/RNA sequencing, and the technology is in development for the analysis of other types of molecules including proteins. The technology is used to understand and characterise the biology of humans and diseases such as cancer, plants, animals, bacteria, viruses, and whole environments. With a thriving culture of ambition and strong innovation goals, Oxford Nanopore is a UK headquartered company with global operations and customers in more than 125 countries.

Responsibilities

The role involves performing daily production QC activities, including the verification of incoming materials and preparation of critical buffers. Additionally, the technician is responsible for device maintenance, routine calibration checks, and restocking consumables.