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We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join our production team on a permanent night shift. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for semen assessment, media preparation, operation of production flow cytometry sorters, and the processing and freezing of semen samples. You will play a key part in maintaining high standards of laboratory practice, ensuring accurate record-keeping, and supporting the effective operation and maintenance of laboratory and flow cytometry equipment. This position offers a consistent Monday to Thursday night schedule (21:45pm – 06:15am), with a £2,000 shift premium in addition to the base salary.
Job Responsibility
Fully comply with CBL H&S directives, SOPs and policies
Operate autonomously through different operations respecting CBL lab SOPs, sexed production planning and CBL lab production standards
Ensure CBL lab GxP on flow cytometers operation and sorting lab working area
Ensure CBL Lab GxP on media preparation, processing of semen samples and working area
Perform and act on controls during the sort and sorters operation, media preparation, processing of semen samples and correct/report deviations
Maintain workflow, manage tasks, take care of instruments, equipment and tools
Collaborate effectively with the rest of the lab team
Complete other duties as required
Requirements
Working to high personal standards and accuracy, with good troubleshooting and problem-solving aptitudes, and a methodical and organised approach
Confidence with IT interfaces and systems
Working well within a team but with the ability to work autonomously and take individual responsibility
Good technical abilities, and a willingness to understand the operation of general laboratory equipment and flow cytometry sorters
Nice to have
Previous experience working in a biology based laboratory and basic laboratory skills
Previous knowledge and/or experience in the principles of flow cytometry
Previous experience with sperm and AI biology
Experience of a commercial production environment
What we offer
Annual leave entitlement starting at 23 days plus bank holiday, increasing with length of service up to 28 days plus bank holidays