What you’ll do at work
You will work in a variety of our laboratories across the science programme, from Ecology and Plankton Taxonomy laboratories, to our Marine Microbiome Centre. Occasional seagoing and research aquarium work may be required. Some of your daily duties will include:
- Help the Laboratory Manager and other science staff to facilitate the continuity and the smooth running of research projects
- Work closely with the Laboratory Manager and other staff to ensure that the research facilities and equipment are functioning correctly
- Learn to liaise with company representatives when ordering equipment and supplies to try and obtain the most cost effective and reliable source
- Assist with sub-culturing of the MBA’s algal culture collection, including periodic microscopic examination and reporting
- Help maintain adequate stocks of everyday laboratory items, including the updating of relevant records
- Support with stock and stores including goods in/out
- Learn how to be responsible for the control of substances hazardous to health (CoSHH)
- To be responsible for day-to-day laboratory housekeeping duties including sea-water filtration, waste management, media preparation and washing up (e.g. laboratory glass and plastic-ware)
- Operation of autoclave and other sterilisation equipment for making-safe waste for disposal, sterilisation of glass, plastic-ware and liquid media
- Preparation and testing of samples using basic and advanced instrument techniques (training provided)
- Accurate data entry and use of IT systems as and when required
- Maintaining general lab cleanliness including removal of waste material to appropriate waste bins
- Working in accordance with agreed procedures, protocols and the safety management system
- Providing feedback and raising any concerns with managers or other reporting procedures
- Undertaking any additional miscellaneous duties, as directed by the Laboratory Manager, including occasional reception cover and assisting with set up for courses or events
Essential qualifications
- GCSE in: x 5 including Maths, English and Science (grade C/4 or above)
- A Level in: Science, pref Biology or Environmental Science (grade C)
Application deadline: June 16, 2026
Salary: £15,392 for your first year, then could increase depending on age
