Director of Synthetic Biology - Cambridge
Newton Colmore is working with a market leading biotechnology company based in Cambridge and we are actively looking to find a Director of Synthetic Biology to lead their team.
Working as the face of the business you will be taking lead on development projects that utilise biology, engineering, and machine learning to solve complex biotech challenges. You will also hold responsibility for strategy and innovation as well as looking at new areas and markets where the company’s products can be deployed. This key role will help drive the business forward with new ideas and will provide you with a rewarding and autonomous environment where you can build your team significantly.
You will be leading a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers and will be managing stakeholders throughout the full development process, from initial concept through to deployment and/or biomanufacturing.
To be successful in this role you will need to have significant experience within biotechnology, ideally within synthetic biology and bioprocessing and understand how to implement strategies on a global scale. This will ideally be coupled with strong academics and knowledge of a mix of applications for synthetic biology that spans different sectors.
The company are offer market-leading, tailored packages to secure the right people for their roles. This is coupled with excellent training and development, profit sharing bonuses as well as providing state-of-the-art labs and workspaces for their scientists, who work on highly complex development projects.
We are open to people who are already in a senior role and people looking to take a step up in responsibility.
For more information, make a confidential application now and a member of our team will be in touch with more details.
Newton Colmore is a highly specialist recruitment consultancy operating within the Medical Devices, Biotechnology and Drug Discovery, in the UK and the US.
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We are Recruiting for a Qualified Biology Teacher for April to July 2025. This is a full-time position, 8am to 4pm, Paid to Scale (M1-M6)
The Role
The successful Biology Teacher will have the exciting and unique opportunity to shape a KS3 and KS4
Our Teacher of Biology will be an inspirational teacher with a proven track record of leading students to achieve outstanding results, who embraces creativity, innovation and is always looking for the very best practice in teaching.
They will share the School's vision and the belief that all young people can achieve at high levels. They will adore all areas of Science, with a specialism in Biology, and be passionate in revealing its importance to all learners, regardless of ability and background. This position would be suitable for a talented ECT.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Teaching and Learning
To teach Science (Biology) at KS3 and 4 within the age range 11-16
To design the curriculum to ensure it is exciting, relevant, challenging and personalised
To ensure that all students are making good or outstanding progress and that teaching and learning is of a high standard
To contribute to CPD across the School and share best practice via coaching, sharing planning and resources and following an 'open door' teaching policy
To ensure Science has a high profile across the School through offering vibrant and exciting learning opportunities
To ensure that resources are organised and available to promote a purposeful environment for teaching and learning to take place, through a mix of traditional teaching techniques, integrating ICT where appropriate and risk-taking and innovative pedagogy.
Where appropriate, to extend the curriculum through relevant trips, organising exciting visits from relevant speakers and visitors and leading enrichment programmes
To develop aspects of project led learning, where appropriate, which links to the world of work, further and higher education, primary school liaison or the local community
To deploy other adults effectively within the faculty and in the classroom, involving them, where appropriate, in the planning and management of student learning
Requirements:
You must have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Available to work Mon to Fri 8am to 4pm April to July
Experience teaching in KS3 & KS4 is desirable but not essential
Be an excellent communicator and have great behaviour management
Have a 'child only' DBS on the Update Service or willing to obtain one
Why Register with Envision Education:
Specialists in securing long term and permanent placements for Teachers and a range of support staff
Able to find jobs that meet your preferences whether that be location, type of job, pay expectations etc
Quick and efficient registration process / Interview via zoom currently
Excellent track record in securing jobs quickly and efficiently for professionals in Education
Friendly team who always have their job seekers' interests at heart
Rated 4.9 out of 5 on google!
Free CPD courses worth £144.50 once cleared to work
We work with primary, secondary and SEND Schools across London and the Home Counties
Please apply with your full up to date CV asap!
Envision Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Envision Education is also committed to following a policy of equal opportunities.
We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, religion, race, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, culture or disability.
You must be a UK resident or hold a full UK visa and be willing to complete a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check.
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We are delighted to have been instructed on an unmissable opening within the expert Life Sciences group of a sizeable and prestigious IP practice. Sought is a dynamic Bioinformatics Patent Attorney with a sector specialism in Bioinformatics and/or computational biology.
If you’re a commercially astute Bioinformatics Patent Attorney ideally dual qualified at a senior level who is looking to embark on a new challenge, this opportunity should not be missed.
This is a hugely varied and rewarding role where you’ll cover a range of technologies across Digital Tech, Pharmaceuticals, Healthcare and more. Collaborating with and acting on behalf of international clients, you’ll cover due diligence, oppositions and appeals, portfolio management, drafting and prosecution, as well as imparting astute strategic IP advice.
With superb flexibility to be based in any office that is convenient for you on a hybrid basis, guaranteed, this is a superbly positive environment in which to bring your talent and motivation. If you’re curious to hear more on this Bioinformatics Patent Attorney opportunity, please do get in touch with Clare Humphris on 0113 467 7112 or via: clare.humphris@saccomann.com
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ROLE OVERVIEW
A leading Pharmaceutical Company is seeking a Production Manager to join their team in London. As the Production Manager, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the production of radiopharmaceuticals, ensuring adherence to Good Manufacturing Practice principles, and maintaining the Radiopharmacy suites.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Your duties as the Production Manager will be varied; however, the key duties and responsibilities are as follows:
1. Manage the production staff to aseptically prepare and supply radiopharmaceuticals, ensuring compliance with radiation protection principles and local guidelines.
2. Oversee the sanitisation and cleaning of aseptic suite facilities, including the manufacture, dispensing, and packaging of PET radiopharmaceuticals.
3. Ensure quality, maintaining logs, and participating in Root Cause Analysis and CAPA for effective issue resolution.
4. Release products according to GMP guidelines, acting as the Releasing Officer under the delegation of the Quality Manager and ensuring customer relations are maintained.
ROLE REQUIREMENTS:
To be successful in your application to this exciting role as the Production Manager, we are looking to identify the following on your profile and past history:
1. Relevant degree in Chemistry, Biology, or Pharmacy.
2. Extensive industry experience in Pharmaceutical or Radiopharmaceutical production.
3. A working knowledge and practical experience with aseptic dispensing and hotcell operations is desired.
Key Words:
Production Manager / Radiopharmaceuticals / Nuclear Medicine / Good Manufacturing Practice / Aseptic Dispensing / Quality Control / PET Radiopharmaceuticals / Radiation Protection / Radiopharmacy / London
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Principal Scientist – Protein Engineering – Cambridge, MA
Newton Colmore is partnered with a biotech company in Cambridge MA, and we are searching for a principal-level scientist with expertise in protein engineering.
As a Principal Scientist within this organisation, you will be utilising your expertise to design and execute protein engineering strategies, design and develop new assays for kinetic and stability characterisation and to transfer results from early-stage concept into manufacture-ready developments across multiple therapeutic areas.
You will be part of a tight-knit team, multidisciplinary in nature, all working towards the goal of achieving a step-change in this technology.
To be considered for this exciting role we are looking for scientists with the following attributes;
Hands-on commercial experience in protein engineering.
Expertise with analytical techniques and computational approaches to protein engineering.
Ideally educated to PhD level in molecular biology or biochemistry
Industrial experience with assay development, high-throughput screening and enzyme characterization would be ideal.
In exchange for your skills and expertise, the company offer a highly competitive package and the chance to bring the technology to life.
For more information, make a confidential application now and a member of our team will be in touch with more details.
Newton Colmore is a specialist recruiter operating within the medical devices and biotechnology sectors. We have over ten years worth of expertise of placing candidates with our clients, globally. Our sole aim is to utilise this expertise and knowledge to maximise your chances of securing your ideal role with our clients.
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Bioinformatician – Next-Generation Sequencing
A biotechnology company in Cambridge are looking for a bioinformatician to join their fledgling team.
In this exciting new role, you will be developing complex bioinformatic algorithms that will have a direct effect on the company’s future research and development programmes and current products, which are the perfect blend between science and engineering.
You will be utilising your software skills to design and develop sequencing tools and algorithms which will integrate with lab systems and support tools, as well as searching for and validating open source bioinformatics tools.
You will also build an understanding of user lab processes and workflows and help develop cloud-based workflows to support the biology and chemistry research teams.
This is a great opportunity to join a company and make a real difference with your knowledge and experience, leading bioinformatics projects from day one.
We are looking for scientists who have developed code in Python coupled with experience in the bioinformatics field. This will be complemented by an engineering or science related degree and experience with cloud computing. Any prior knowledge of experimental NGS data would be advantageous to your application.
This company are working on a product that will aim to save and improve people’s lives and they need scientists and engineers who share that passion.
The client is offering competitive salaries as well as a comprehensive benefits package that includes share options and a variety of other benefits.
For more information, please call Matthew Lowdon of Newton Colmore Consulting on 0044 121 268 2240 or make an application and one of our team will be in touch.
Newton Colmore Consulting is a highly specialist recruitment consultancy operating within the medical devices and biotechnology field. We help our clients find the expert engineers and scientists they need to develop and commercialise ground-breaking technologies.
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The Job NATIONAL JOB - FULLY REMOTE
The Company:
UK manufacturer of single use medical devices
Global reach
Outstanding reputation for service and product quality
Benefits of the UK Sales Manager
£65k-£80k basic salary
Bonus worth approx. £20k based on UK Sales Performance
Company Car or Car Allowance
Death in Service (4 x Salary)
Employer Pension @ 10% employer + 5% employee
23 Days annual leave (3 to be taken over Christmas) + bank holidays
Health Shield - Employee Health Cash Plan
Perkbox - 40 fee points every month
Mobile & Laptop
The Role of the UK Sales Manager
Managing a team of 9 reps that sell a variety of medical devices around Drainage Solutions, Women's Health, Colorectal & Diagnostics
To manage and support the UK field sales team, providing a point of contact for colleagues and ensuring feedback, documentation, reporting and information is regularly and routinely provided to the Sales & Marketing Director and product managers as required.
Predominately field based (at least 60%) 3 days per working week out with the team
Achievement of overall sales targets for the strategic range of products
UK Sales budget and control of UK Sales Operating expenses
Manage & quarterly sales meetings
Monitoring feedback and reporting as appropriate.
Annual sales social
Maintain key contract relationships
Tender/Bid applications
Liaise with and support Products Managers
Liaise with and support Customer Service staff and Managers
The Ideal Person for the UK Sales Manager
Experience in managing a successful medical devices sales team
Minimum 3-5 years proven track record in increase sales revenue
Hold a degree in biology/medicine/business or similar related field
Proven sales experience & skill within medical device field,
Selling into Healthcare and the NHS
Experience of working within a clinical environment
Knowledge of 80/20 or Pareto
If you think the role of UK Sales Manager is for you, apply now!
Consultant: David Gray
Email: davidg@otrsales.co.uk
Tel no. 0208 397 4114
Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK.
About On Target
At On Target, we specialise in sales, technical and commercial jobs in the Engineering, Construction, Building Services, Medical & Scientific, and Commercial & Industrial Solutions sectors, enabling our consultants to become experts in their market sector. We place all levels of personnel, up to Director across the UK and internationally.....Read more...
JOB DESCRIPTION
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Executes tasks of quality control testing, including analyzing, recording and reporting accurate results in a timely fashion. Communicates results with the Process Chemist and if directed, Plant Operators/Supervisor. Participates in R&D & technical services projects to include gathering necessary raw materials / intermediates. Assists when requested in testing of materials being worked on related to R&D or Process Improvement • Collects and prepares high quality, accurate samples for customers and prepares for shipment. Maintains clean and organized lab work area. As directed, manages lab chemical inventory and stock /storage room re-organization. Participates in all environmental and safety training as required by Federal, State, County, and Local regulations as well as company policies. Suggests improvements for safety and compliance. Promptly reports any safety incidents and participates in incident investigations as requested. Additional duties may be added or removed as management requires.
Placement Criteria:
Minimum education and practical work experience: bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology or related field and 1-5 years' experience working in an analytical lab or similar position, or a suitable combination of education and relevant experience. Specialized technical/aptitude experience: minimum of 1-5 years' experience and demonstrated knowledge and proficiency with gravimetric and analytic techniques. Extensive knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within the chemical manufacturing industry; previous work and/or substantial knowledge of, including commonlyused concepts, practices, and procedures, within in the thermoset polymer industry is a strongly considered asset. Demonstrated ability to prioritize workflow and organize diverse material and ability to handle multiple, competing and changing priorities; ability to perform effectively and problem solve without supervision and within established time limits and ongoing deadlines. Ability to interact and communicate effectively and professionally verbally and in writing, and to provide exceptional service internally and externally. Relevant computer skills for this position include knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office applications and instrumental software. Experience with SAGE Platinum for Windows is preferred. Displays adaptability in learning the use of relevant software and displays comprehension of fundamental computer practices and database management. Apply for this ad Online!....Read more...
Principal Bioinformatician – Structural Biology
Newton Colmore is working with an AI Drug Discovery company, and we are assisting them with their search for a bioinformatician to join their research team in Cambridge, MA. Because we are searching for a bioinformatician with highly specific skills, the role is open on seniority, and we are considering scientists that have recently finished a PhD, all the way to principal level.
In this exciting new role, you will be developing complex bioinformatic algorithms, databases and tools that will have a direct effect on the company’s future research and development programmes. You will be working alongside data engineers and data analysts as a part of a multidisciplinary team, reporting directly to the director of bioinformatics.
As a bioinformatician in this team, you will be working on your own projects, and taking charge of them from start to finish. The first project you will be undertaking is of vital importance to the client with high visibility across the company. This will include using machine learning and deep learning algorithms across several databases.
This is a great opportunity to join a company and make a real difference with your knowledge and experience, leading bioinformatics projects from day one.
We are looking for scientists who have developed code in Python coupled with experience in bioinformatics. This will be complemented, ideally, with significant industry experience within a drug discovery or therapeutics setting.
This company are working on products that will aim to save and improve people’s lives and they need scientists who share that passion to join their team.
The client is offering competitive salaries tailored to your expectations as well as a comprehensive benefits package that includes share options and discretionary bonuses.
For more information, make an application now and a member of our team at Newton Colmore will be in touch with more detail.
Newton Colmore is a highly specialist recruitment consultancy that offers tailored solutions to the biotech, drug discovery, and medical devices markets across the US and the UK.
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The Company:?
Established company with great career opportunities.??
One of the largest blood glucose companies in the UK.?
Showing a good level of continual and sustained growth.?
One of the market leaders.?
Fantastic career opportunity.?
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The Role of the Territory Sales Manager?
The main element of the role as the Territory Manager is to promote and sell the blood glucose monitors, downloadable software and the pen needles.?
You will be responsible for selling into GP's Surgeries, Meds Management and Hospitals.?
Within this territory you will be mainly managing and growing key accounts
You will also be responsible for arranging clinics to train patients how best to use the machine and software etc.?
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? Benefits of the Territory Sales Manager?
£30k-£43k basic salary??
£12k commission (uncapped)??
Car Allowance??
Business mileage paid??
A daily allowance of £5 per day??
Pension scheme?
Holiday is 25 days per year??
Death in service??
Laptop & Mobile Phone?
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The Ideal Person for the Territory Sales Manager?
Diabetes sales experience.?
In depth therapy and UK diabetes market knowledge.?
Looking for people from a blood glucose monitoring background or has sold insulin for instance into GP's etc.?
Really need to be able to talk at a clinical level within diabetes and have an understanding of the NHS sales process.?
Will also consider a commercially astute graduate with Bio-Chemistry degree & shadowing.?
The ideal candidate will be a self-starting sales professional.??
Strong customer relationships are preferable and good administrative and interpersonal skills a must.??
Outside of the ideal will look at any medical devices sales people with a decent track record selling into GP's Surgeries, Meds Management, Hospitals etc.??
Can talk at a clinical level and have an understanding of the NHS and biology/biochemistry.??
Need to be honest, driven, entrepreneurial and hold gravitas and exude integrity.?
You will be self-motivated, driven and enthusiastic.?
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If you think the role of Territory Sales Manager is for you, apply now!?
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Consultant: Rio Barclay?
Email: riob@otrsales.co.uk?
Tel no. 0208 397 4114?
Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK.?
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About On Target?
At On Target, we specialise in sales, technical and commercial jobs in the Engineering, Construction, Building Services, Medical & Scientific, and Commercial & Industrial Solutions sectors, enabling our consultants to become experts in their market sector. We place all levels of personnel, up to Director across the UK and internationally.....Read more...
Some of your key duties will include:
Media preparation, be involved in equipment calibration daily, general laboratory house keeping
Sample preparation
Environmental Swabbing
Ensure compliance to the Mondelez GLP standard
Basic maintenance of laboratory equipment
Admin and revision of existing documents
Waste management
Stock Control
Carry out routine microbiological analysis of raw materials, WIP, and finished product to the agreed specifications and sampling rates
PCR analysis
Data analysis, results reporting and interpretation
Training:Through the training provider, CSR Scientific Training, you will undertake a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship which will include:
Fully recognised apprenticeship qualification - Level 3 Laboratory Technician
On-the-job competency training
Theoretical knowledge - BTEC Level 3 Applied Science (if required)
The majority of your learning will be completed online once a week with some face-to-face practical sessions/exams in Sutton Coldfield/Birmingham City Centre. Travel expenses will be covered for these sessions.
Upon successful completion, apprentices can apply for professional registration as a Registered Science Technician, RSciTech, with either the Royal Society of Chemistry or Royal Society of Biology. Training Outcome:
Upon successful completion, there may be the opportunity to progress onto a higher level apprenticeship.
Employer Description:Mondelēz International empowers people to snack right in over 150 countries around the world. We're leading the future of snacking with iconic global and local brands such as Oreo, Ritz, LU, Clif Bar and Tate's Bake Shop biscuits and baked snacks, as well as Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka and Toblerone chocolate.
We are one of the largest snack companies in the world with global net revenues of approximately $36 billion in 2024. We hold the #1 global position in biscuits (cookies and crackers) and #2 in chocolate, while we’re growing rapidly in baked snacks. We also make and sell gum & candy as well as various cheese & grocery and powdered beverage products in certain markets.
We have operations in more than 80 countries and employ approximately 91,000 diverse and talented employees in our factories, offices, research & development facilities and distribution activities around the world.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Non judgemental....Read more...
Under supervision of the team, the apprentice will:
Prepare for, and clear away after, practical classes including reclamation of parts and materials as necessary, cleaning and checking of equipment, glassware etc.
Assist pupils and teaching staff during practical classes including demonstration of skills, techniques and equipment, provision of advice etc., at an appropriate level
Assist teaching staff as directed in the preparatory work for examinations
Prepare teaching aids and displays including video recording and showing of programmes, setting up of audio-visual equipment
Repair, maintain and install equipment and tools, as appropriate
Undertake storekeeping duties including the receipt and issue of materials and equipment and assisting in the completion of associated administrative and clerical work (e.g. preparation of orders, clearance of invoices, records of expenditure)
Maintain preparation and storage rooms and areas in a clean and tidy condition
Training:Through the training provider, CSR Scientific Training, you will undertake a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship which will include:
Fully recognised apprenticeship qualification - Level 3 Laboratory Technician
On-the-job competency training
Theoretical knowledge - BTEC Level 3 Applied Science (if required)
The majority of your learning will be completed online once a week with some face-to-face practical sessions/exams in Birmingham (if BTEC is included).
Upon successful completion, apprentices can apply for professional registration as a Registered Science Technician, RSciTech, with either the Royal Society of Chemistry or Royal Society of Biology.Training Outcome:At the end of the apprenticeship, full-time employment and progression to a more senior role within the department of sciences.Employer Description:The Heart of Mercia Multi-Academy Trust was formed in April 2019. We are extremely proud of what we have achieved in a relatively short period of time including the collaboration and mutual support that takes place between our academies and the strength that comes from being part of a collective.
The Trust currently consists of three sixth form colleges (Hereford, King Edward’s Stourbridge and Worcester) and two high schools (The Chantry and John Kyrle).
Our key focus and priority continues to be ensuring that our students achieve their academic potential. This includes providing excellent opportunities for enrichment and support that ensure they are best prepared to progress to the next stage of their education or career.Working Hours :Monday to Friday
8:30am to 4:30pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
8:30am - 4:00pm Friday
Half an hour unpaid for lunch each daySkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental....Read more...
Some of your key duties will include:
Working in a scientific research laboratory (e.g. use of and maintaining laboratory equipment such as X-ray systems, Pulsed Laser Deposition, Scanning Electron Microscopy) and as needed trouble shoot and resolve simple problems.
Under guidance modify and adapt items for specific uses (such as a heating stage for an X-ray diffractometer).
Follow documented processes to deposit materials and to collect experimental data.
Provide a general introduction for new users on how to operate systems or equipment.
Training:Through the training provider, CSR Scientific Training, you will undertake a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship which will include:
Fully recognised apprenticeship qualification - Level 3 Laboratory Technician
On-the-job competency training
Theoretical knowledge - BTEC Level 3 Applied Science or Level 4 HNC (depending on prior academic attainment)
The majority of your learning will be completed online once a week with some face-to-face practical sessions/exams in Sutton Coldfield/Birmingham City Centre. Travel and accommodation expenses will be paid for these trips.
Upon successful completion, apprentices can apply for professional registration as a Registered Science Technician, RSciTech, with either the Royal Society of Chemistry or Royal Society of BiologyTraining Outcome:Upon succesful completion of your Level 3 apprenticeship, there may be the possibility to progress onto a higher level apprenticeship, such as the Level 5 Technician Scientist.Employer Description:The Department of Materials Science & Metallurgy has a large and vigorous research school, with about 100 research fellows, postdoctoral scientists and visiting scientists, and more than 140 research students studying for the postgraduate degrees. The growth in our research activities over the past twenty years has been almost exponential, with a current research income of more than £10 million per year. Although our research has always been closely linked with industrial needs and supported in large part by industry as well as government, recent trends have seen the development of larger-scale working relationships with major research sponsors. Similarly, our wide range of international contacts which bring visiting researchers to Cambridge has been extended through formal collaboration agreements with institutions from around the world.
The Department of Materials Science & Metallurgy plays a central and major role in research and teaching in materials science. With an academic staff of around 30, including Research Fellows, the Department’s research covers all major areas of the subject, and this breadth is reflected in the scope of our increasingly popular four-year undergraduate course. The emphasis in undergraduate teaching is always on the underlying principles which are applicable to the whole range of engineering materials; ceramics, metals, polymers, composites, solid state device materials. The lecture courses are integrated with laboratory work, projects, example classes and supervisions in small groups. Contact with industry plays an important part in the course through visits to industrial facilities, speakers from industry and vacation placements. The Department is continuing to grow and remains one of the leading centres for the study of materials in the world.Working Hours :Monday – Friday 9 am to 5 pm with one day per week dedicated for studies and course work.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working....Read more...
Some of your daily duties will include:
Collection and return of washing up and waste for disposal
Grading, sorting and washing up of laboratory glass and plasticware
Operation of autoclave for making safe waste for disposal, sterilisation of glass, plasticware and media
Operation of hot air oven for sterilisation of glassware
Removal of waste material to waste bins
Preparation and sterilisation of liquid media (for cell culture) and distilled water stocks
Maintaining stocks and reporting shortages. This would include pouring agar plates to replenish stock
Maintaining general lab cleanliness
Morning and afternoon meal break, holiday and sickness cover at main reception
Full training to be provided as part of the apprenticeship
Training:Through the training provider, CSR Scientific Training, you will undertake a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship which will include:
Fully recognised apprenticeship qualification - Level 3 Laboratory Technician
On-the-job competency training
Theoretical knowledge - BTEC Level 3 Applied Science or L4 HNC depending on previous academic attainment.
The majority of your learning will be completed online once a week with some face-to-face practical sessions/exams in Birmingham.
Upon successful completion, apprentices can apply for professional registration as a Registered Science Technician, RSciTech, with either the Royal Society of Chemistry or Royal Society of Biology.Training Outcome:Over 80% of our apprentices continue with us in the role they have been trained for after their apprenticeship and that is just the start of their career.Employer Description:The Sir William Dunn School of Pathology (or Dunn School) has a spectacular history. Our research has saved millions, if not billions, of lives. The development of the first antibiotic, penicillin, ranks among the top medical discoveries of all time, and was the subject of a Nobel Prize in 1945, but we have never rested on those laurels. Other milestones include understanding the cellular basis of the immune system, discovery of the world’s most prescribed antibiotic class (the cephalosporins), the development of recombinant Factor IX as a treatment for certain types of haemophilia, new types of influenza vaccine (given to millions of people worldwide), and immune treatments to prevent transplant rejection against multiple sclerosis.
Despite these achievements, we believe our best research is still to come.
Our state-of-the-art biomedical research facilities are located in the centre of Oxford’s thriving South Parks Science area. Over 300 scientists from more than 30 countries work in a collaborative setting to uncover the molecular and cellular mechanisms that underlie human health and disease. Research excellence is our main goal, and we invest in a supportive, inclusive and diverse environment, which is essential for the best science and scientists to thrive.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 8am to 4.30pm
One of these days will be allocated fully to the apprenticeship course run by CSR.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
Purpose of the role
This is an exciting opportunity to join the School of Clinical Medicine. The Departments of Radiology, Surgery, Paediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology and Genomic Medicine have clustered their Professional Services staff to form one integrated team with specialist groups in HR, Finance and Education. This team will manage all administrative matters across the five departments. The post-holder will form a key part in the day-to-day processes of the HR administration team working to provide timely, accurate and professional administrative support to HR and a wide range of different areas and projects that impact the Departments.
Key responsibilities:
Becoming an apprentice at the University of Cambridge is an excellent opportunity to gain experience and training. You will learn on the job by working with an experienced professional service team and have allocation study time to complete course work. You will contribute to the daily organizational tasks of a highly successful team.
• Provide administrative support across all HR functions.
• Assist with HR administration in accordance with university policies and procedures, including recruitment, probation, performance & development reviews, starters & leavers, holiday & sickness records, visiting workers, contract extensions, and investigations.
• Receive calls and take messages, liaise with other departments and organisations.
• Organise small scale events or meetings (book rooms, order refreshments, send out invites and directions etc.), and organise routine travel arrangements.
• Handle enquiries and correspondence as first point of contact, reply to straightforward enquiries and refer others as appropriate, sort and distribute incoming post, monitor the general email inbox to ensure all enquiries are responded to or passed to relevant members of staff.
• Assist with the organisation of larger events including the Welcome Induction sessions, Wellbeing initiatives and staff training courses.
• Assist with maintaining filing and data management to GDPR standards.
• Provide a comprehensive support to the Senior HR Coordinator, picking up duties where required.
Successful completion of the apprenticeship will lead to a Level 3 qualification in HR Support through the awarding body, CIPD.Training:The learner will be studying the HR Support Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard qualification, including study for the CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice.Training Outcome:Upon successful completion of the Level 3 CIPD HR apprenticeship, candidates will be well-equipped to pursue entry-level HR roles or continue their professional development with further CIPD qualifications.Employer Description:The School of Clinical Medicine currently employs nearly 3,000 people, spanning all varieties of staff type from Academic Professors to administrative support.
The School aims to provide leadership in education, discovery and healthcare. It will achieve this through; inspirational teaching and training, outstanding basic and clinical research and integration of these to improve medical practice for both individual patients and the population.
The School will:
Through inspirational teaching and training, educate individuals who:
will become exceptional doctors or biomedical scientists
combine a depth of scientific understanding with outstanding clinical and communication skills demonstrate a caring, compassionate and professional approach to patients and the public and
are equipped to become future international leaders of their profession.
Through its commitment to the pursuit of excellence, support scientists of international standing in basic and clinical research aiming to:
understand fundamental biology and thereby the mechanisms underlying disease integrate basic and clinical research
apply a rigorous mechanism-based approach to clinical problems and
innovate to solve the health challenges of our society.
Working Hours :Monday - Friday, between 9am and 5pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Team working,Initiative,Organisation skills....Read more...
Main areas of responsibility:
To assist and advise teaching staff on the preparation and layout in classrooms for practical exercises, running trials of experiments, demonstrations and helping students with learning activities as appropriate.
To ensure equipment and materials prepared for lessons are to the specification of the teacher requisitions, including making up special equipment or modifying from existing equipment as necessary from instructions supplied by the science teaching staff.
In conjunction with the appropriate teachers to advise students on the safe and proper use of tools and equipment and on the correct and safe way to carry out learning activities. To also advise staff, as necessary, on Health and Safety issues and on the best way to carry out practical work, new ways of demonstrating experiments, new techniques or procedures available.
To assist in the safety, repair and general maintenance of all resources, equipment and tools in conjunction with the appropriate line managers. To advise these on any maintenance or inspection needed by the equipment which is beyond postholder’s competence.
To be responsible for the welfare and care of the plants and animals in the science area and the security of the equipment.
Ensure understanding of science syllabus and schemes of work in order to prepare for practical lessons adequately.
To assist with stock keeping, using the computerised stock take database to include chemicals, equipment, textbooks, stationery, etc. and ensuring that appropriate levels of stock are maintained. Carrying out regular stocktaking checks and ordering as necessary.
To undertake safety checks as required and comply with the requirements of Health and Safety, COSHH and other relevant legislation and school documentation. This to include carrying out appropriate risk assessments for practical and technical activities.
Ensure Implementation of health and safety regulations across the subject area.
To assist in ensuring that all equipment and materials are stored safely and securely, ensuring that they are maintained in good condition, with clear records, and readily available for issue.
To dispose of used chemicals/hazardous waste in a safe manner as well as ensuring that hygiene and health and safety standards are maintained in the laboratory and preparation areas.
To undertake basic maintenance and cleaning of equipment and to organise its construction, cleaning, servicing and repair as required in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
Keep up to date with health and safety regulations and with developments in practical science, attending relevant courses and reading publications.
Training:Through the training provider, CSR Scientific Training, you will undertake a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship which will include:
Fully recognised apprenticeship qualification - Level 3 Laboratory Technician
On-the-job competency training
Training will be delivered online with occasional site visits by a vocational skills coach to assess you in the workplace.
Upon successful completion, apprentices can apply for professional registration as a Registered Science Technician, RSciTech, with either the Royal Society of Chemistry or Royal Society of Biology.Training Outcome:Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship, you may be offered a permanent position if one is available.Employer Description:Harris Academy Orpington opened in September 2016, joining the highly successful Federation of Harris academies in London and the senior leaders here are experienced in creating and running great schools and that is what we are doing in BR5. We are a community school that serves families in and around Orpington and we are well on our way towards providing an outstanding education for the students who come here. We want out students to succeed and have choices in their lives; to take control of their futures and achieve beyond their dreams. We are ambitious, tenacious and enterprising and committed to helping our students succeed. Our work as a Health Science Specialist school, with students being given access to recognised professional qualifications, work experience and careers is unique and is designed to help and support the whole community who are regularly invited into the Academy to hear from guest speakers.
We have the most incredible facilities; with brand new science labs, 3 Main Halls, Dance Studios, 3 Astro Turfs, Drama Studios, dedicated Art and DT blocks, we are incredibly proud of the work that our students do here. We have developed a curriculum that is ambitious and broad. We believe in the need to nurture an appreciation of human creativity and achievement and have designed a curriculum that does just that.
We aim to ensure that every student is inspired and supported to achieve his/her personal best and learning comes first. Our motto is “Together We Can” and if you are interested in joining us, we would be very keen to meet you.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 8am - 4pm.
Term time only, 38 weeks a year.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
