Laboratory Scientist Apprenticeship - UCB

You will be responsible for laboratory-based tasks, which includes designing and running experiments, analysing data. The role will have an emphasis on laboratory automation, to support antibody drug discovery. Techniques will include molecular biology, cell culture, high-throughput screening, as well as maintenance, programming and operation of advanced laboratory automation equipment.

Tasks typically involve:

Use of specialised software and scripting to control and troubleshoot automated liquid handlers and integrated robotic systems Keeping up to date with technical developments, especially those which can save time and improve reliability Performing experiments accurately to produce data and support scientific investigations Analysing and recording experimental data to the agreed standards Helping interpret and present results in collaboration with other colleagues

Following and ensuring strict safety procedures and safety checks.

Training:

Scientist Level 6.

The training for this apprenticeship will be completed online.

Training Outcome:

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will be eligible to apply for other positions within the business. The training will expose the apprentice to a wide range of skills and competencies which would make them well placed for further study or suitable for many job opportunities in the life sciences sector.

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 to Friday 09:00 - 17:30 with 1-hour unpaid lunch break.

Skills:
Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative