Job Introduction
Position: Laboratory Technician, AMS
Location: Hoddesdon
Pharmaron is a global CRO helping pharma and biotech companies bring new therapies to life. With over 21,000 employees worldwide across 23 locations in the US, UK and China, we support drug discovery through to manufacturing with fully integrated, high-quality services.
We’re proud of the impact we make and just last year, we supported over 780 discovery projects, 1,000+ CMC programmes, and 1,000+ clinical trials across all phases. Our teams are involved in everything from small molecules to biologics and gene therapies, and we work with more than 3,000 global customers. To learn more, visit www.pharmaron.com.
About the Role
We’re looking for a proactive and detail‑oriented Laboratory Technician to join our new AMS Laboratory at our Hoddesdon site. In this role you provide broad-based support to the AMS team, enabling effective sample receipt, processing and analysis of clinical samples in a GCP laboratory.
This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate who enjoys practical lab work, problem‑solving, and supporting high‑quality scientific analysis.
Key Responsibilities
- To understand (through hands-on laboratory training), the analytical techniques and procedures involved in AMS-enabled clinical studies.
- Perform the roles and responsibilities of a Laboratory Technician, demonstrating competence in the use and maintenance of specific instrumentation, receipt and storage of samples, processing of clinical samples for analysis and other routine supporting activities.
- Maintain the system for monitoring the inventory and stock levels of chemicals and consumables in the laboratory.
- Check the performance of laboratory equipment at regular intervals to demonstrate suitability for use.
- Maintaining the system for sending equipment and instruments for external calibration.
- Oversee waste management in the laboratory.
- Prepare buffers, reagents and general solutions to support analytical methods.
- Participate in sample receipt, including sample log-in and log-out during the course of a study.
- Coordinate shipping requests.
- Communicate with Lab Services team on specific responsibilities outlined above.
- Address findings arising from QA audits and process inspections
Candidate Profile
- A Scientific degree preferably Chemistry based
- Experience of working within a GxP laboratory setting and or experience of working in a laboratory that handles 14C is highly desirable
- Ideally experience of sample processing and analytical techniques e.g. HPLC
- Excellent planning and organization skills - Ability to multi-task, manage time and accept changing priorities
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively present scientific findings to colleagues and clients
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office software
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Why Pharmaron?
Collaborative Culture: Thrive in our inclusive and collaborative environment, where teamwork and innovation go hand in hand. Here, your voice matters, and your contributions make a real impact. "Employees Number One" and "Clients Centered" are the core cultural values at Pharmaron. Our culture, which sets Pharmaron apart from other organizations, has evolved from our deep commitment to our employees, partners and collaborators.
How to Apply:
Ready to seize this incredible opportunity? Join us at Pharmaron and be part of a dynamic team driving innovation and excellence in biopharmaceutical research and development. Apply online today!
Pharmaron is a premier service provider for the life sciences industry. Founded in 2004, Pharmaron has invested in its people and facilities and established a broad spectrum of research, development, and manufacturing service capabilities throughout the entire drug discovery, preclinical, and clinical development process across multiple therapeutic modalities, including small molecules, biologics, and CGT products. With over 21,000 employees and operations in the U.S., the U.K. and China. Pharmaron has an excellent track record in delivering R&D solutions to its partners in North America, Europe, Japan, and China.