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Apprentice Technician Scientist

Employer
ACHILLES THERAPEUTICS UK LIMITED
Location
245 Hammersmith Road, London, W6 8PW
Salary
£18,000.00 annually
Closing date
28 May 2022

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Specialism
Engineering
Sector
Engineering & Aerospace
Role Type
Apprenticeship, Higher
Start Date
August
Duration
Permanent
What will the apprentice be doing?

Your work will involve the processing, storing and shipping of biological samples, as well as general lab management duties to ensure the laboratory environment is maintained to a high standard.

You will work as part of a small team but regularly liaise with other Achilles teams on site and on other sites to help manage sample logistics. Operating within in a highly regulated environment the role requires excellent attention to detail, great initiative, and a strong team player.

Responsibilities:

· Processing and storing biological samples from the Process Development team.

· Completing sample processing paperwork in accordance with GCLP and Good Documentation Practice (GDP) guidelines.

· Organising shipping of samples to other Achilles sites and external vendor labs.

· General lab management duties including stock checking and ordering.

· Regular maintenance and cleaning of laboratory equipment.

·Assisting with organising repair/servicing/calibration of laboratory equipment.

· Assisting with document management and writing of standard operating procedures.

· Performing laboratory investigations under supervision using the appropriate scientific techniques, procedures and methods relevant to the development of Advanced Therapies.

· Operating highly technical equipment, including but not limited to biological incubators, isolators, centrifuges and cryogenic storage vessels.

· Communicating with a wide range of scientific and non-scientific colleagues within the organisation such as supervisors and Lab Management team as required.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Foundation Degree in Bioscience - ATMP Route

Laboratory Technician Scientist Higher Qualification

The apprentice will be released for study once per week. Study is mostly distance learning with the exeption of two summer school's, each one week long, in person at The University of Kent Canterbury campus.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

View that a permanent role be a possibility depending on performance and the needs of the organisation at the time.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Team working, Strong motivation, Respect of confidentiality, Accountability, Adjust to conditions, Positive change response, Time management, Compete work to schedule, Work independently, Solution focused, Proactive, Quick learner, Detail focused

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English Language (Grade 4/C) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C) Essential
A Level or equivalent Biology (Grade C) Essential

Things to consider

Annual leave 25 days + bank holidays

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