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Scientific Administrator

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Posted 13 hours ago, valid for a month
Location

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB2 8AG, England

Salary

£120,000 - £144,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The role of Scientific Personal Assistant (Research Administrator) involves supporting daily laboratory operations within the Scientific Operations team.
  • Candidates should have at least one year of experience in general administrative work and prior experience in a laboratory setting is highly desirable.
  • Responsibilities include managing supplies and inventory, providing hands-on laboratory support, assisting with equipment maintenance, and supporting health and safety documentation.
  • The position offers a competitive salary along with benefits such as a pension, private medical plan, and opportunities for professional development.
  • To qualify, applicants must have 5 GCSE-level qualifications including a STEM subject and possess strong organizational and communication skills.

Your new role

You will join the Scientific Operations (Sci Ops) team as a Scientific Personal Assistant (Research Administrator), playing a vital role in supporting the daily operations of the laboratories. This role involves a mix of practical and administrative responsibilities, ensuring that the scientific facilities and equipment function efficiently and safely. You will manage the supply and inventory of research consumables, provide hands-on support for laboratory maintenance, assist with equipment servicing, and help maintain a safe working environment. This is a great opportunity to be part of a growing team dedicated to the development of innovative therapies.

Main responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

  • Ordering and maintaining key stock and consumables, including managing deliveries and updating inventory systems.
  • Providing hands-on support in the laboratories, such as organising laundry and glassware cleaning, autoclaving, changing gas cylinders, coordinating laboratory waste collections, and maintaining lab organisation.
  • Assisting with equipment maintenance and calibration, coordinating service engineer visits, and managing equipment records.
  • Supporting administrative tasks, including invoice management and coordination with the finance team.
  • Assisting the Safety Officer with health and safety duties and documentation, including risk assessments.
  • Reporting building issues to the landlord and following up as required.
  • Providing support to the Head of Scientific Operations with equipment or laboratory moves or setups.
  • Participating in occasional out-of-hours emergency call-outs on a scheduled rota basis (with time off in lieu provided).

What you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you will have:

  • 5 GCSE-level qualifications (C-grade or above), including a STEM subject, or equivalent experience.
  • Previous experience in general administrative work.
  • Prior experience in a laboratory setting, either in academia or industry, is highly desirable.
  • Basic computing skills in MS Office Suite, Outlook, and relevant software.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with fluency in written and spoken English.
  • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
  • A proactive approach to identifying and solving challenges.
  • Flexibility, reliability, and close attention to detail.
  • A positive attitude toward engaging with external contacts via email, phone, and in person.
  • A desire to expand responsibilities and remit.

What you'll get in returnYou will enjoy a varied, rewarding, and flexible role in a dynamic working environment that encourages innovation, accountability, and teamwork. The organisation offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including a pension, life assurance, private medical plan, income protection, a discretionary bonus, and share options. You will also have opportunities for professional development and training to enhance your skills.

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call . If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Keywords:Laboratory, technician, facilities, scientific operations, CRISPR, iPSC, cell therapy, genetic medicine, inventory management, laboratory maintenance, equipment servicing, health and safety, Cambridge.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.