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Laboratory technicians carry out routine laboratory tests and checks and perform a variety of technical support functions requiring the application of established or prescribed procedures and techniques to assist scientists with their research, development, analysis and testing, and to verify the physical, chemical and other characteristics of materials and products.

Tasks

  • Sets up and assists with the construction and the development of scientific apparatus for experimental, demonstration or other purposes prepares organic and inorganic material for examination and stains and fixes slides for microscope work operates and services specialised scientific equipment, undertakes prescribed measurements and analyses and ensures that sterile conditions necessary for some equipment are maintained records and collates data obtained from experimental work and documents all work carried out maintains and rotates stock and supplies disposes of chemical and biological waste safely keeps up to date with new technical developments

Entry Requirements

Entry varies from employer to employer. Entrants usually possess a degree, although entry is also possible with A-Levels, GCSEs/S grades, an appropriate BTEC/SQA award or HNC/HND. Professional qualifications, NVQs/SVQs at various levels, and apprenticeships are available in some areas of work. Good eyesight, and in some cases, normal colour vision are also required.

What could I earn?

Salaries for this occupation tend to start at £28,000 per annum and can progress up to £29,000 per annum.

Is it in growth or decline?

There are currently 6,892 employed Laboratory Technicians in the region.

Current Vacancies

R&D LAB TECHNICIAN
/ McCormick & Company / 7 May 2025
Science Coordinator
/ University of Hertfordshire / 7 May 2025
Technician Teaching & Research (Agriscience)
/ University of Reading / 7 May 2025
Chemistry Technician
/ eTeach UK Limited / 7 May 2025
Research Technician
/ University of Oxford, Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences / 7 May 2025

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