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A brand-new Laboratory Assistant vacancy has arisen within our fast-growing company, offering a fantastic opportunity to join our
laboratory team. This role would be ideal for someone completing their GCSEs in Year 11, studying BTECs or A-levels at college or
sixth form, or seeking experience in between periods of university study.




LOCATION: Skegness – Roman Bank

JOB TITLE: Laboratory Assistant (Summer Placement)

JOB TYPE: Temporary Contract

HOURS OF WORK: Monday to Friday – 09:00 - 17:00 (Including a 30-minute unpaid lunch break, or a 1-hour unpaid lunch break for
employees under the age of 18)

SALARY RANGE: £13.45 per hour




Job Purpose:




Administer, undertake, and manage laboratory testing and activities within the Micronclean Laboratory, including microbiological,
chemical, and physical testing. Analyse, interpret, and act upon routine test results, including carrying out investigations and
implementing resolutions where appropriate. Maintain comprehensive, accurate, and accessible records of testing procedures,
results, and associated documentation, including testing management reports.




Job Role & Key Responsibilities:




As a summer intern, you will be supporting your department with day-to-day tasks, such as:




* Routine and ad-hoc testing and activities within the Micronclean Laboratory.
* Sample preparation, conditioning, testing and disposal or preservation if necessary.
* Reporting of results on a LIMS system.
* Maintenance of the laboratory; keeping the laboratory equipment in a clean, safe, operational condition, including arranging,
and carrying out calibration tests where applicable.
* Support and contribute to the advancement of laboratory testing capability.
* Provide an active role in supporting the wash trial facility.
* Effectively communicate and support other business functions with testing understanding, results and scientific knowledge.







Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications:




* Scientific experience preferred, but not essential (an undergraduate part way through a degree in biology, chemistry,
microbiology or related subjects, would be an advantage).
* Good IT skills in the use of Microsoft Office products.
* Good communication skills.
* Full UK driving license.




Personal attributes:




* Personal drive and self-motivation.
* Good time-management skills.
* Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
* Good planning and recording skills.
* Fluent spoken and written English.




Closing date for applications: Sunday 14th June 2026




Why Join Micronclean?




Micronclean is a growing, family-owned business with a heritage spanning over 100 years and a strong reputation for innovation,
quality and continuous improvement.




We continue to invest significantly in our people and facilities, including major capital investment across our Skegness and Louth
sites, creating exciting opportunities for professional development and career growth. At Micronclean, our culture is guided by
our SKIEs values: Stewardship | Knowledge | Innovation | Excellence.




What Makes Micronclean Different?




* Excellent work-life balance.
* Significant investment in facilities and technology.
* Ongoing training and development opportunities.
* Supportive and collaborative culture.
* Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a forward-thinking organisation.




About Micronclean




Micronclean specialises in cleanroom services, contamination control, healthcare laundry solutions, and the manufacture of
cleanroom consumables for highly regulated industries including pharmaceuticals, healthcare, biotechnology, aerospace, electronics
and medical devices.




Our products and services support organisations in maintaining the highest standards of hygiene, contamination control and
operational safety, including partnerships with the NHS and leading pharmaceutical manufacturers. With more than 100 years of
expertise, Micronclean remains committed to innovation, sustainability and investing in its people.

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