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Lab Technician

Reed
Posted 18 hours ago, valid for 22 days
Location

Didcot, Oxfordshire OX11 9LT

Salary

£25,000 - £30,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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.

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  • A leading specialty chemicals company is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support R&D in fuel and lubricant additives.
  • This is an entry-level position suitable for recent graduates or experienced lab technicians looking for a change.
  • Candidates should have a background in chemistry and some lab experience, with a BSc in chemistry being beneficial but not essential.
  • The role offers a competitive salary, along with medical and retirement benefits, and requires applicants to be eligible to work in the UK indefinitely.
  • Local candidates in Oxfordshire will have an advantage for a quicker start, and interviews are ongoing.

Laboratory Technician

Join a leading specialty chemicals company committed to innovative chemistry for sustainability. As a Laboratory Technician, you’ll be part of a diverse team shaping the future of transportation through fuel and lubricant additives.

This is an entry level, graduate friendly role supporting R&D and the beginning an exciting career in chemistry (or experienced lab tech looking for change). If you are already local to Oxfordshire this would be very advantageous to your application.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

  • Uphold high safety and quality standards in the lab.
  • Prepare and blend formulations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Record results meticulously and manage sample shipments.
  • Perform analytical tests, report data, and support lab operations.
  • Communicate effectively with internal teams.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Background in chemistry and lab experience essential. BSc in chemistry would be beneficial for some specific progression pathways but not essential.
  • Commitment to HSSE and quality.
  • Laboratory experience is advantageous.
  • Ability to meet research targets and manage time effectively.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary with medical and retirement benefits.
  • Project management responsibilities and global exposure.
  • Inclusive culture with community activities and social clubs.
  • Onsite amenities including a subsidized restaurant and parking.

Client is unable to provide sponorship for this role, applicants would require full eligibility to work in the UK indefinitely and ideally local for a quicker start.

Is this the role you have been looking for to get your career in industry started or transition into the fuel industry? Apply today! I look forward to speaking with you. Interviews are ongoing so

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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.