Laboratory Aide
- Job number: MED06076
- Faculties: Faculty of Medicine
- Departments: Department of Metabolism, Digestion and Reproduction
- Salary or Salary range: £31,677 - £34,810 per annum
- Location/campus: Hammersmith Campus - On site only
- Contract type work pattern: Full time - Open ended
- Posting End Date: 26 Nov 2026
About the role
We are looking for a self-motivated, innovative, enthusiastic and pro-active laboratory aide to work under the overall direction and supervision of the Laboratory Manager/s. You will be involved in the provision of general laboratory support including the preparation of stock solutions/ media, autoclaving, and assisting with stocktaking and ordering of supplies.
What you would be doing
Working across two departments, you will support the Laboratory Manager/s in the provision of an effective and efficient support service to select groups of researchers and students
Duties and responsibilities
- General laboratory administrative duties including ordering supplies.
- Replenish stocks of consumables, stores of basic equipment, to ensure there are always adequate supplies available to meet work requirements.
- Preparing stock solutions/media
- Glass washing and replenishing
- Autoclaving
- Ensuring good laboratory practice is maintained – keeping work areas clean and tidy.
- Identify problems or difficulties and communicating these to Laboratory Manager/s
- Compliance with relevant Health & Safety procedures affecting self and others
- Assisting the lab manager oversee safe disposal of hazardous chemicals.
- Provide holiday cover in other areas in the departments
What we are looking for
The successful candidate will have a good standard of education evidenced by up to 5 GCSEs (grade C and above) or equivalent, demonstrating numeracy and literacy. You will be IT literate, with knowledge of Microsoft packages including Excel, Word and Outlook and have good written and verbal communication skills.
Manual dexterity will be required and the ability to follow instruction and written protocols are an essential requirement. You will work in a planned and methodical way with minimal supervision and will be able to prioritize your workload effectively. You will need the ability to communicate confidently and effectively with University staff and students, and to work collaboratively, in order to build and sustain working relationships.
What we can offer you
- The opportunity to work as part of a supportive team and progress your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
- We will support you in your role and provide training and access to learning and development opportunities.
- Benefit from sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days off a year and generous pension schemes).
- Gain access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and a cycle-to-work scheme.
Further information
This is a full-time, open-ended post (35 hours per week) based at our Hammersmith Campus.
If you require any further details about the role, please contact: Michael Johns (m.johns@imperial.ac.uk)
Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.
We reserve the right to close the advert before the stated closing date, should we receive a high volume of applications. Please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you have any general queries about this vacancy, please contact the hiring manager listed in the ‘Further Information’ section. Alternatively, you can contact the Recruitment Hub at recruitmenthub@imperial.ac.uk, and we will be happy to assist you.
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