Administration/Laboratory Assistant

CK Group are recruiting for an Administration and Laboratory Assistant, to join an independent diagnostic laboratory in the animal health industry, at their site based in Cambridge, on a permanent basis.

Company:

Our client is a well established, independent diagnostic laboratory providing services to veterinary practices across the UK and worldwide.

Location:

This role is located in Cambridge and is site based.

Role:

• Support the Office Manager and other members of the team in striving for customer service excellence in internal and external activities as well as performing all routine administration duties.
• Sample reception and scanning of requests into computer system (Matrix).
• Use of the Matrix LIMS system and data entry.
• Answering the telephone to clients and answering email enquiries from clients.
• Preparation and dispatch of laboratory supplies to clients.
• Filing of request forms.
• Adherence to written Operating Procedures and Health & Safety rules.
• Awareness of radioactive procedures as defined by the Environment Agency.

Your Background:

• Qualification or experience in a scientific environment would be an advantage.
• Ability to learn and understand the important elements of laboratory diagnostic testing.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal.
• Excellent care and attention to detail and organisational skills.
• An interest in science relating to animals.

It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference 108 323 in all correspondence.