Research & Development Technician

We are looking for a Laboratory Technician Apprentice to join our Research & Development Metrology Team. With big ambitions for the future, there has never been a better time to join Victrex! You\’ll receive first-class, on-the-job training from a dedicated team, whilst earning a competitive salary – not to mention an industry-recognised qualification too. This opportunity is much more than a job – it is a development programme that has all the hallmarks to kickstart your career within a business that has a very exciting agenda. You will be joining a community of apprentices, who not only have the ability to drive positive change through the work they do on the job but also shape a culture where everybody at Victrex thrives. The Role In this role, you will plan and deliver practical experimental work and maintain laboratory assets in support of the development of new and existing materials, processes, and technologies. This role will particularly focus on material characterisation using a mixture of chemical analysis, microscopy, and varied techniques to determine material properties. This is in support of innovation projects, customers, and manufacturing. You will generate and capture data in our digital systems, interpret results, and share findings through reports. Laboratory Technicians are trusted to work safely in a lab environment, follow best practice health and safety and quality procedures in order to appropriately meet the requirements of their job role. You will complete a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship via our trusted training provider at Blackpool & the Fylde College. The duration of this Apprenticeship is approximately 24 months and if successful, you will join our 2025 Apprenticeship Intake in September. About You To be eligible for this programme, we need you to have achieved or be on course for 5 GCSE\’s including English & Maths at Grade C/4 or above. Of course, we understand it is not all about grades and we are on the lookout for the following skills/personal qualities: Communication Skills IT Skills Attention to Detail Organisation Skills Analytical Skills Problem Solving Practical Science experience Our Offer to You We pay our apprentices a competitive wage at Victrex – so whilst you may be in training, you can be sure that you will be rewarded as your confidence and skills grow in role. Apart from a great base salary, you will be enrolled in our company bonus scheme and, if eligible, be invited to join our Company Pension Scheme where 5% employee contributions will attract contributions of 12% by Victrex. We are supportive of flexible working, offer private medical insurance, and give employees 29 days annual leave per annum + bank holidays with the option of purchasing up to 2 additional weeks leave too. You’ve Applied – now what? So you’ve submitted an application to one of our Apprenticeship Programmes – nice work! The Talent Team will review your application in collaboration with the Hiring Manager and Training Providers to determine if you are eligible to undertake the Apprenticeship of your choice with us. Afterwards, the selection process might look like so: Stage 1 – Online Interview or Psychometric Assessments Stage 2 – Assessment Centre (this might include an interview, show & tell presentation, site tours, case study) Our Apprenticeship Programmes are very popular so please do bear with us whilst we process your application. NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE. At present, we are not accepting any candidates via a recruitment agency or third party. #J-18808-Ljbffr