Laboratory Technician - Histopathology (M/F/D)

The Opportunity:

Avantor is seeking a detail-oriented, science-savvy Laboratory Technician – Histopathology to join our team in Cambridge, UK. In this role, you’ll be responsible for scanning historical human tissue samples, performing image quality checks, and ensuring accurate data management across digital platforms. This 12-month temporary role is ideal for recent science graduates looking to gain hands-on experience in a laboratory setting, while contributing to a transformative initiative in digital pathology.

This full-time, temporary position (12 months) is based at our brand-new facility at The Discovery Centre, Bio-Medical Campus in Cambridge. Alongside an attractive salary, we offer multiple benefits, including a bonus, pension scheme, private medical and dental care, and an additional day off for your birthday.

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 – 17:00

The Team

You’ll join a small team supporting the digitisation of historical tissue samples for AI model development. The team works closely with scientists to ensure high-quality imaging and accurate data flow across systems.

What we\’re looking for

Education:

• Degree in life sciences, biomedical sciences or equivalent experience

Experience:

• Hands-on experience in a histopathology laboratory setting
• Comfortable working with large volumes of digital images and data
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and laboratory software
• Excellent communication and customer service skills

How you\’ll thrive and create an impact

• Perform routine digital pathology slide scanning, ensuring high-quality image data and accurate metadata
• Perform quality checking of scans, ensuring accuracy
• Support laboratory operations, including maintaining cleanliness, managing supplies, and ensuring compliance with Health & Safety and GLS standards.
• Contribute to a large AI-focused project, receiving training in digital pathology techniques and supporting innovative research initiatives

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Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people\’s lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom\’s voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world.

Apply today!

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