Lab Assistant

We are currently recruiting a Laboratory Assistant on a 6 month Fixed Term Contract, based in Alderley Park.

As Lab Assistant you will be providing to the scientific operations teams in the execution of routine laboratory work.

• Role
• Laboratory Assistant
• Contract Type
• 6 months, Fixed Term Contract
• Hours
• Full time, 37.5 hours per week (Monday–Friday)
• Salary

Competitive salary based on skills and experience, with an excellent benefits package.

• Location
• Alderley Park, Macclesfield, SK10 4TG
• Company Overview

Cyprotex is a pioneer in ADME‑Tox partnerships, driving safer and more effective medicines through state‑of‑the‑art facilities and technical expertise.

We specialise in in‑vitro and in‑silico ADME‑Tox services, including screening, regulatory studies, mechanistic toxicity models, and PBPK/QSAR modelling.

Our Alderley Park site is located in a 400‑acre estate in Cheshire with easy access to public transport.

Key Responsibilities

• Scientific
• Prepare, monitor and maintain compounds, stock solutions, buffers and other assay‑related materials.
• Be responsible for routine calibration of assigned laboratory equipment.
• Support the execution of assigned routine and bespoke assays.
• Ensure all laboratory equipment and work areas are clean and in proper working order on completion of tasks.
• Report all errors and erroneous results to supervisor with minimal delay.
• Work with other stakeholders to ensure all laboratory waste is managed appropriately.
• Ensure accurate and complete documentation of all activities in compliance with SOPs and quality policies.
• People
• Assist in the supervision and mentoring of trainees and other support staff when required.
• Treat all colleagues with dignity and respect.
• Business
• Participate in initiatives to improve group processes and make efficiency gains in assays.
• Perform work to an exceptionally high standard within specified time frames, while strictly adhering to safety regulations and applicable QC procedures.
• Self
• Follow Health and Safety procedures at all times in the workplace.
• Participate in all mandatory training required to perform effectively in job role.
• Keep personal training record up to date and discuss any gaps with supervisor.
• Complete timesheets on time and in accordance with guidance from Finance.
• Actively participate in Evotalks and agree on personal targets and expectations with supervisor.
• Perform any other task reasonably requested by supervisor.
• What We Can Offer You In Return
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Pension on completion of your 3‑month probationary period.

Contributions 5% for employees (salary sacrifice) and 5% for the employer, with option to increase up to 7.5% matched by employer.

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with additional length‑of‑service days awarded on anniversary, up to a maximum of 30 days.
• Private health insurance with BUPA for employee and partner/family under the company scheme.
• Well‑being support 24/7 and counselling services.
• Permanent health insurance provides 75% of the base salary after the qualifying period.
• Private dental cover upon completion of 3‑month probationary period.
• Eligibility to participate in the Company Bonus Scheme (discretionary).
• Career progression opportunities through training and continuing professional development.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Refer‑a‑friend scheme, team and annual events, recognition awards and many more.
• Onsite Facilities
• Secure onsite parking.
• Restaurant, café and gastro pub onsite.
• Gym and workout studio, running, walking and cycling routes.
• Good public transport links with shuttle bus service.
• Equality Statement

In the frame of our Diversity policy, Evotec considers, with equal competences, all applications including people with disabilities.

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