CK Group are recruiting for a Laboratory Assistant, to join a global leading food brand company, at their site based in Wokingham, on a contract basis, until the end of August. Salary: PAYE £12.18 - £15.83 per hour. Laboratory Assistant Role: You efficiently administer samples for scientific analysis by creating records, assigning analytical tests, allocating samples for analysis, maintaining chain-of-custody for controlled samples, inputting results and liaising with clients. You will be responsible for all scientific administrative tasks including lab administration, housekeeping activities and working in accordance with laboratory-set quality standards. This role requires you to apply your organizational skills to meet tight deadlines. You will support a range of analyses, prepare and maintain standard equipment and chemicals required for running of an analytical laboratory. Recording and reporting data and activity outcome accurately. Your Background: We are looking for candidates who are available immediately or with a very short notice period. Suitable candidates must be able to commute to site within 30 minutes. A relevant scientific discipline Competency in the use of generic and specific software packages required for the role including MS Office applications. Work experience in a scientific environment. Technical understanding of equipment to support laboratory operations. Relevant industry and/or academic experience. Company: Our client is a world leader in food, confectionery and beverages. They operate in over 70 companies worldwide and currently have almost 100,000 talented employees working for them. They have a strong foundation of iconic brands, which makes them a very established company within the field. The client’s aim is to have a positive impact on the customers and the planet, while still ensuring business success. Location: This role is based at our clients site in Wokingham. Apply: It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference (Apply online only) in all correspondence. Please note: This role may be subject to a satisfactory basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. If this position isn't suitable but you are looking for a new role, or if you are interested in seeing what opportunities are out there, head over to our LinkedIn page (cka-group) and follow us to see our latest jobs and company news