Laboratory Operations Scientist

CY Partners are supporting an innovative and growing life sciences organisation in the North East in the search for a Laboratory Operations Scientist to join their team on an initial 12-month contract. This is a great opportunity for a scientifically minded laboratory professional to join a regulated, quality-driven environment, where they will play an important role in supporting day-to-day laboratory operations and the delivery of key technical activities. The successful candidate will contribute to a broad range of operational and laboratory-based responsibilities, helping to ensure work is delivered accurately, efficiently and in line with relevant quality standards. The role would suit someone who enjoys working in a structured environment, takes pride in high-quality laboratory practice, and is keen to be part of a collaborative technical team.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of routine laboratory activities
• Carry out a range of sample handling and processing tasks, ensuring work is completed accurately and to agreed timelines
• Assist with quality control and stability study activities, including sample preparation, storage, scanning, shipping and archiving
• Maintain clear, accurate and traceable laboratory documentation to support compliance and data integrity
• Work in accordance with established procedures, quality requirements and regulated working practices
• Support laboratory readiness through routine maintenance, housekeeping and equipment checks
• Assist with stock control and internal or external ordering where required
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities and support wider technical or cross-functional projects where needed

Candidate Profile

We are looking for candidates with prior laboratory experience and a strong appreciation for quality, accuracy and teamwork. To be successful, you should be able to demonstrate:

• Previous experience working in a laboratory environment
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage time effectively
• Strong attention to detail and a consistent approach to following processes
• The ability to work efficiently with a moderate level of supervision
• Experience working within a regulated environment would be highly advantageous
• A scientific degree in Biomedical Sciences or related subject
• Candidates with additional experience in laboratory techniques, sample-based workflows or quality-led environments will be of particular interest.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent chance to join a forward-thinking life sciences organisation offering a varied laboratory role within a supportive and collaborative team. You will gain valuable experience in a highly regulated setting and play an important role in supporting laboratory operations across a range of business-critical activities.

For more information, or to discuss your suitability in confidence, please apply via CY Partners.