We have an exciting opportunity to join this busy department in a key role as a Purchasing and Departmental Laboratory Assistant which underpins activities within our research laboratories based in the hospital. The successful candidate will support the Laboratory & Facilities Coordinator in the oversight and management of procurement of goods and other services on behalf of the Department and/or research groups in order to ensure smooth running of the Goods-in Store's service.
You will monitor stocks of compressed gases, liquid nitrogen, dry ice, including with assisting a liquid nitrogen Cell Bank, oversee glass washing and waste stream disposal (clinical, WEEE, chemical etc).
In house training will be provided to have significant hands-on experience in facilities support and to gain working experience within a laboratory and hospital setting. This is a very varied role where no two days are the same, so we are looking for someone who can be adaptable and remain calm in situations where priorities can change at short notice.
The role involves some manual handling and so a good level of physical fitness is essential.
Please ensure that you outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role on the online Application form. Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.
The closing date for applications is: 5th January 2025. The interview date for the role is: To be confirmed.
Please quote reference RC44338 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
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