Laboratory Assistant

Do you have some experience working within a laboratory environment or willing to learn ? If so, then this could be the opportunity for you!

Role: Laboratory Assistant – Toxicology, permanent

Direct Report: to Associate Principal Scientist

Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week

Location:Alderley Park, Macclesfield, SK10 4TG.

Our Company

Cyprotex vision is to be pioneers of innovative ADME-Tox partnerships, driving delivery of safer and more effective medicines.  With state-of-the-art facilities and technical expertise, we specialise in in vitro and in silico ADME-Tox services, providing a wide range of assays tailored to our client’s needs.  This includes in vitro screening to support discovery projects, regulatory studies to support preclinical and clinical development, specialist mechanistic in vitro human and animal toxicity models and PBPK/QSAR modelling expertise. As well as supporting clients directly, we have a strong focus on efficiencies and innovation.

Our Alderley Park site is set in the heart of Cheshire surrounded by stunning 400-acre estate, open green spaces, sweeping viewpoints, all within easy reach of Merseyside and Greater Manchester, Staffordshire, and Shropshire. Easy access to public transport.  

Cyprotex is part of the Evotec Group, a global leader in research. With state-of-the-art facilities and technical expertise, we provide innovative and bespoke assurance tailored to each of our client’s needs. As a result of year-on-year success within the company and continued business growth, exciting opportunities have arisen to join our team of Toxicology scientists. As a member of the Toxicology team, you will develop experience and proficiency across multiple platforms including High-Content Imaging (HCS), Seahorse Analyser and Flow Cytometry whilst understanding how this data is utilised to support drug discovery and inform clinical development.

The Role

As our Laboratory Assistant - Toxicology, you will be working within our toxicology team which works closely together to support, coach, and mentor one another. Working with collaborative partnerships ranging from small academic groups to large international pharmaceutical and cosmetics companies in doing so, it champions the use of new science and technology to provide tailored solutions aligned to the specific needs of each client. We continually push to grow and improve our scientific offerings through bespoke projects and continual assay development. Our team currently consists of members with varying levels of experience and areas of expertise team and in response to our growing business, we are looking for another Laboratory Assistant to support the group’s further expansion.

Cyprotex will support you with relevant training and enable you to build a successful career within our organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Safety Toxicology screening assays such as High Content Imaging (HCI) for commercial activities

• Perform work following quality control procedures, within specified timelines, and within safety regulations.  

• Assist in running and maintaining robotic systems to support high throughput processes. 

• Prepare compounds, stock solutions and buffers.  

• Routine calibration of laboratory equipment.

• Cell Line Maintenance

• Work autonomously as part of the team to deliver team’s priorities, with good organisation and communication skills

Education, Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of GCSEs (or equivalent), in Science, English and Maths. A-Levels / BTEC or Laboratory-based experience would be preferred but full training would be provided for any suitable candidate.

• Experience in use of balances, fume hoods, and basic chemical handling procedures would be desirable

• Highly self-motivated and personable

• Able to communicate effectively within a team environment. 

• Able to organise daily tasks, to frequently work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines. 

• Experience working within CRO or pharmaceutical environment would be welcomed.

Additional Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package

• Pension on completion (but not subject to) of your probationary period. Contributions 5% for employees (salary sacrifice) and 5% for the employer. The employee can opt to increase their contribution and the employer will match the increase up to a maximum of 7.5%.

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and additional length of service days awarded on the anniversary, up to a maximum of 30 days

• Private health insurance with BUPA for the employee and their partner/family under the company scheme

• Wellbeing support 24/7 and counselling services

• Permanent health insurance provides 75% of the base salary after the qualifying period

• Private dental cover, on completion (but not subject to) of your probationary period

• Eligibility to participate in the Company Bonus Scheme.  This is a discretionary benefit.

• Career progression within the company, we have excellent training and support and continuing professional development opportunities

• Cycle-to-work scheme

• Refer a friend scheme, team and annual events, recognition awards and many more!

Onsite Facilities

• Company pays for secure onsite parking

• Restaurant, café, and a gastro pub 

• Gym and workout studio, running, walking, and cycling routes

• Good public transport links with the shuttle bus service

Interested?

Apply NOW – please upload your up-to-date CV and covering letter to Workday via our website, careers page.