Laboratory Services Officer at MRC Laboratory of Medical Sciences

The LMS is a world-class research laboratory where scientists and clinicians collaborate to advance the understanding of biology and its application to medicine. Funded by the Medical Research Council (MRC) as part of UK Research and Innovation, the LMS has a highly collaborative working culture to advance science, with the aim of leading on innovative biological discoveries. 

The LMS’s Laboratory Services Officer will be a key member of the Laboratory Services team responsible for the delivery of the laboratory support function, including maintenance of scientific and laboratory-based equipment of the MRC London Institute of Medical Sciences/ Imperial College Institute of Clinical Sciences. The post holder will have particular responsibility for management of preventive and reactive equipment maintenance, including scheduling and management of third-party contractors and goods delivery. 

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic team player to work in Laboratory Services in a medical research environment.  Applicants should have experience in planning and scheduling services and goods delivery. 

Please note that this position is full time onsite. 

Choosing to come to work at the MRC means that you will have access to a whole host of benefits including excellent holiday entitlement, access to employee shopping/travel discounts, cycle to work scheme, as well as the chance to put the MRC on your CV in the future. 

We welcome applications from all sections of the community irrespective of gender, race, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, disability or age. As “Disability Confident” employers, we guarantee to interview all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. 

For full details of this post and to complete an online application, please click on the ‘Apply‘ button above and upload your CV and a cover letter stating why you are applying for this post (showing evidence against the requirements as per Job Description and person Specification). Please quote reference number LMS 2326. 

Applications without a cover letter, will not be considered. 

Closing date: 04 February 2024 

‘The MRC is an equal opportunities employer.

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Final appointment will be subject to pre-employment screening