{"id":4193850,"url":"https://alion.io/job/evotec-lab-assistant","title":"Lab Assistant","company":{"id":715207,"name":"Evotec","domain":"evotec.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/evotec-website-english","size_band":"1001-5000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Workday","truth_index":{"grade":"B","score":80,"open_postings":10,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":0.8,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":33,"computed_at":"2026-11-12T10:38:37Z"}},"role":"Field & Service","role_family":"Field & Service","seniority":null,"employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Alderley Park, United Kingdom"],"countries":["GB"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Cell Culture","optional":false},{"name":"LIMS","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-11-12T20:08:25Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-11-12","last_verified_at":"2026-11-12T20:08:25Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":0,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":0},"description":"We are currently recruiting for a Lab Assistant to join our Toxicology team in Alderley Park.\nRole: Laboratory Assistant - Toxicology, permanent\nDirect Report: to Associate Principal Scientist\nHours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week\nLocation:Alderley Park, Macclesfield, SK10 4TG.\nOur Company\nCyprotex 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.\nOur 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.\nCyprotex 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. Due to continued business growth and success, we are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Toxicology team. In this laboratory support role, you will assist with routine laboratory tasks while learning from experienced team members.\nThe Role\nAs our Laboratory Assistant, you will join a friendly and supportive team that works closely together to deliver high-quality laboratory studies. Working alongside experienced scientists, you will provide practical support for a variety of projects, helping with routine laboratory activities and general laboratory housekeeping.\nOur Toxicology team works with a diverse range of clients, from academic researchers to global pharmaceutical and cosmetics companies, supporting studies that contribute to the development of safer and more effective medicines and consumer products.\nThis role is ideally suited to someone looking to start or develop a career in laboratory science.\nAs our business continues to grow, we are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable individual to support the team's activities and contribute to the continued success of the department. Cyprotex is committed to providing training, mentoring and development opportunities to help you build a successful career within our organisation.\nKey Responsibilities\nSupport the day-to-day delivery of toxicology studies through the completion of routine laboratory activities and assigned tasks.\nPrepare, handle, label and store reagents, consumables, compounds and biological materials in accordance with established procedures.\nSupport the maintenance of cell cultures and laboratory materials following standard operating procedures (SOPs).\nPerform routine equipment checks, calibrations, cleaning and maintenance activities to ensure equipment is fit for purpose.\nAccurately record laboratory data, observations and activities in laboratory documentation systems and electronic databases, including LIMS where applicable.\nFollow quality, safety and compliance procedures at all times, ensuring data integrity and traceability requirements are met.\nMaintain laboratory stocks, consumables and work areas, supporting effective laboratory organisation and housekeeping.\nComplete assigned activities to the required quality standards and within agreed timelines.\nCommunicate progress, raise issues and seek guidance when required to support assay delivery and team objectives.\nEducation, Qualifications and Experience\nMinimum of GCSEs (or equivalent) in Science, English and Mathematics.\nAdditional science qualifications (such as A-Levels, BTEC or equivalent) or relevant laboratory experience would be advantageous but are not essential, as full training will be provided.\nExperience of working in a laboratory, technical or other structured environment would be beneficial.\nAwareness of basic laboratory practices, including the safe handling of materials and use of laboratory equipment, would be desirable.\nGood attention to detail and the ability to follow written instructions, procedures and standard operating procedures (SOPs).\nAble to organise and prioritise routine tasks to meet agreed timelines and quality standards.\nExperience working within a regulated laboratory, pharmaceutical, CRO or similar environment would be advantageous but is not essential.\nCompany Benefits Include\nPension on completion (but not subject to) of your 3-month 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%.\n25 days holiday plus bank holidays and additional length of service days awarded on the anniversary, up to a maximum of 30 days\nPrivate health insurance with BUPA for the employee and their partner/family under the company scheme\nWell being support 24/7 and counselling services\nPermanent health insurance provides 75% of the base salary after the qualifying period\nPrivate dental cover, on completion (but not subject to) of your 3-month probationary period\nEligibility to participate in the Company Bonus Scheme. This is a discretionary benefit.\nCareer progression within the company, we have excellent training and support and continuing professional development opportunities\nCycle-to-work scheme\nRefer a friend scheme, team and annual events, recognition awards and many more!\nOnsite Facilities at Alderley Park\nThe company pays for secure onsite parking\nRestaurant, Café, and Gastro pub\nGym and workout studio, running, walking, and cycling routes\nGood public transport links with the shuttle bus service.\n***Closing date for applications will be Friday 20th November 2026. We may close the advert earlier than this date depending on the response that we receive***\nFR : Dans le cadre de sa politique Diversité, Evotec étudie, à compétences égales, toutes les candidatures dont celles des personnes en situation de handicap.\nEN: In the frame of our Diversity policy, Evotec considers, with equal competences, all applications including people with disabilities.\nIT: In compliance with fundamental ethical and professional principles and with Legislative Decree 198/2006, Evotec is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a safe, diverse, and inclusive workplace built on mutual respect. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and employees based on their skills, experience, and professional qualifications. In line with our ethical and professional principles, all employment-related decisions, including recruitment and selection processes, are made fairly and without any form of discrimination. 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