At a Glance
- Tasks: Support daily operations and ensure smooth running of our Cambridge office and lab.
- Company: Join Lightcast, a pioneering company in human health and disease research.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, and a vibrant work environment.
- Other info: Part-time role with excellent opportunities for growth and learning.
- Why this job: Be the heartbeat of our team and make a real impact every day.
- Qualifications: Experience in office administration and strong organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 44000 £ per year.
At Lightcast we are enabling scientists to gain a deeper understanding of human health and disease at the cellular level.
Our technology enables the direct, precise interrogation of single cell heterogeneity, interactions and functional behaviours with a level of flexibility and scale that was previously inaccessible.
Across a broad range of disciplines from basic and translational research to drug discovery, we provide the freedom to accelerate discovery and apply novel biological insights.
About the role
As Lightcast's Operation's Assistant, you'llbe the heart of our Cambridge Office and Manufacturing site, playing a key role in ensuring our day-to-day operations run smoothly.
As the first point of contact for employees, visitorsand suppliers, you'llbe the friendly face of the business while providing vitaladministrativesupport across our office, laband manufacturing functions.
This an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in delivering an exceptional experience for colleagues and visitors alike.
No two days will be the same, and your organisation, initiative and attention to detail will have real impact across thebusiness.
Key Responsibilities
- Supportlaboratory operationstaskssuch as shipping, receiving, contractor, wasteand stock management
- Maintainaccuraterecords of inventoryandshipments following the standard procedures and operations processes
- Help implement and improve operational processes to increase efficiency within both office and laboratory environments
- Management procurement office supplies and food, maintaining optimal stock levels and cost control
- Actively monitor and respond to facilities and service tickets ensuring timely resolution and minimal disruption to office and laboratory operations
- Coordinate daily office operations, including email management, coffee and food replenishment and vendor communications to ensure efficient workflow
- Assist onboarding new staff by coordinating access, training schedules, and workspace/lab readiness
- Support with visitors and phone in the reception area
- Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations by conducting routine checks and supporting audits, inspections and occupational health clinic schedules
- Provide administrative support such as data entry, report preparation, and document control for operational and scientific activities
Skills and Qualifications
- Previous experience in an office administration , operations, office coordinator or facilities support role.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Strong administrative skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Demonstrate a positive, can-do attitude with a strong willingness to learn and develop
- Works collaboratively with a strong team-oriented attitude, contributing positively to team success
- Confident communicat or with excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Experience working within a scientific, biotechnology, pharmaceutical or manufacturing environment
- Knowledge of procurement, stock control or inventory management process
- Works collaboratively with a strong team-oriented attitude, contributing positively to team success
This part time (0.6FTE) role is required to work 08:00-16:30 Monday to Wednesday, onsite at our Cambridge Headquarters.
The expected salary range for this role is £ 31,000- £36,000 (pro-rated) per annum, depending on skills and experience.
- Collaboration : Works effectively with multidisciplinary teams to support the development of solutions.
Contributes constructivelyinteam settings and shares knowledge to support colleagues’ effectiveness.
- Innovation : Delivers practical, high-quality technical solutions andidentifiesopportunities to improve processes, designs, and ways of working within own area.
- Unity : Aligningpersonal work with team and company goals, following agreedstandardsand helping ensure outputs meet customer requirements.
- Adaptability : Responds positively to changing priorities, applying pragmatic problem-solving tomaintainprogress. Participates in open discussion and supports agreed decisions.
Lightcast Discovery is committed to equal employment opportunity.
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Operations Assistant in Cambridge employer: Lightcast Discovery Ltd.
At Lightcast, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Cambridge. Our collaborative culture fosters innovation and personal growth, providing employees with opportunities to develop their skills while contributing to groundbreaking advancements in health and disease research. With a focus on employee well-being and a commitment to diversity, we ensure that every team member feels valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact.
