Laboratory Technician Apprentice

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Work in a laboratory that is deep underground in a mine. Work under the guidance and support of a small team of facility staff. Work safely and in line with established safety measures in the lab on a day-to-day basis, including Clean Room working. Operate cryogenic systems and gas-handling systems. You will receive training in the safe use of cryogens, pressurised gases, and leak testing. Operate and maintain a variety of particle detectors. Assist in the installation of new projects. Operate data acquisition systems. Run calibrations and perform basic analysis. Prepare samples for measurements and transport. Follow and prepare internal Standard Operating Procedures where applicable. Participate in the maintenance of laboratory instruments and other laboratory equipment. Participate in outreach, media and public engagement events. 

Through the training provider, Cogent Skills, 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 with additional training You will be required to attend and complete the required training courses, which will also include a 4-day residential block for one of the BTEC units 

For more information about the training provider/apprenticeship please visit https://cogentskills.com/sias_standards/laboratory-technician/  and https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/laboratory-technician-v1-2  

Training:

You will be required to attend and complete the required training courses, which will also include a 4-day residential block for one of the BTEC units. 

Training Outcome:

After successful completion of this apprenticeship, you will be eligible to apply for any positions within the STFC company which are relevant to your new qualification.

Employer Description:
As the specialists in skills for science and technology, our purpose is to make sure your business; your people and our industry are future ready. We are a not-for-profit charitable organisation with a family of commercially focused companies committed to supporting the skills, needs and ambitions across the UK science and technology sector.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative