Laboratory Technician jobs in Reading

You will be organised, hardworking and self-motivated with an enthusiasm for science - Candidates must be able to work within a multidisciplinary team but also autonomously within the laboratory environment.

CK Group are recruiting for a Food Science Technician to join a leading global food brand company on a contract basis for 3 months. This is a site-based role in Reading but may include travel to the Wokingham lab. Salary: £13.30 ph PAYE Food Science Technician Role:Perform routine analysis and sample preparationProduce reliable, accurate data and keep accurate records of laboratory workFollow...

PE Global is currently recruiting for an Entry Level Food Science Technician for a leading multi-national confectionery, food, beverage, and snack food company client based in Reading and Wokingham.This is an initial 6 months contract position paying £13.30 ph PAYE. 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm.Duties of the role/Responsibilities • Working in different laboratories as demand...

Do you want to work in a thriving school with an outstanding Science department? A highly successful secondary school in Reading is looking for a Science Technician to join them on a full-time, permanent basis from January 2026. The school is seeking an organised, proactive, and enthusiastic individual to support the delivery of Science across KS3, KS4, and KS5. Both experienced technicians and...

Technician We’re building the future of quantum computing and we’re looking for a Technician to maintain and build the infrastructure and environments that house OQC’s quantum computers. You’ll be joining a collaborative, fast-paced team where your hands-on technical skills, problem-solving mindset and commitment to safety will enable our engineers to focus on what matters most: accelerating our...

You will work closely with senior technicians within your team to help with the daily operations of analytical laboratory facilities, which include instruments such as ICP-OES, GCs, MP-AES, Elemental Analysers, Spectrophotometers, and Ion Chromatography.

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You must live locally and be immediately available. We are looking for someone that has worked in a kitchen, pub or some type of food environment and has a basic understanding of food safety. Qualifications:A levels in a scientific discipline would be preferred.

Pertemps Reading are recruiting for a Lab Technician to join a busy client based in Reading. Contract Duration: 6 months Hours of Work: 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday Start Date: 01/12/2025 Pay Rate: £14.74 per hour As a Lab Technician, you will be responsible for: - Perform a range of basic routine analysis, product manufacturing and sample preparation under supervision of a senior...

Science Technician - Analytical Science 6 Month contract Reading, Berkshire Contechs are seeking a Science Technician - Analytical Science to work on site in Reading. Responsibilities: You efficiently administer samples for scientific analysis by creating records, assigning analytical tests, allocating samples for analysis, maintaining chain-of-custody for controlled samples, inputting...

Description Are You Ready to Make an Impact at RSSL? Join Our Mission to Transform Lives Through Science, Innovation and Collaboration At Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL), we lead the way in scientific analysis, research, consultancy, and training. We provide services to the food, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods industries, as well as our parent company, Mondelez International. We...

Our client is a global manufacturer of specialist scientific instrumentation, helping laboratories around the world enable advancements in many areas such as pharmaceutical, food, environmental and healthcare.To ensure the efficiency of their operations, they are currently looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Field Service engineer to join their team in the South of England.As a Field...

You will have excellent opportunities to progress by furthering your technical, project management, and commercial capabilities and broadening into the wider interests of our company. Please note - This role is a laboratory-based role so will be predominantly office based or the laboratory located at Harwell.

We are currently seeking a talented R&D Manager to join a market leader in the field of diagnostics. This role is pivotal in the R&D function requiring extensive experience in running projects and leading R&D teams. This includes having breadth and depth of knowledge and experience in ELISA development and project management that will ultimately guide R&D teams to successful project outcomes.At...

We have a great opportunity for a Laboratory Analyst to work for a leading laboratory in Berkshire.The role:As a Laboratory Analyst you will support projects conducting a range of chemical analysis using HPLC, GC and wet chemistry techniques.Duties include: * Carry out HPLC and GC analysis. * Sample preparation and run sample extractions. * Support Senior Analytical Chemists in troubleshooting...

You will support the Science Department in preparing, maintaining and organising practical resources across Biology, Chemistry and Physics. The role includes setting up experiments, ensuring apparatus is safe and ready for use, maintaining stock levels, and assisting staff and students during practical work.

You will manage a team of junior technicians, oversee the stock control and ordering for Chemistry and Physics, and ensure meticulous compliance with CLEAPSS and safety regulations. The role involves hands-on preparation for all KS5 practicals and maintaining specialist equipment.

You will work closely with experienced teaching staff and support highly motivated pupils with a strong enthusiasm for scientific enquiry.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a dedicated, knowledgeable and enthusiastic Science Teacher to join a highly regarded independent school in Reading. This is a full-time, permanent position, starting April 2026, offering the chance to teach motivated students within a supportive and academically ambitious environment. Job Overview The successful candidate will teach Science across...

You will play a key role in inspiring scientific curiosity, delivering engaging practical work, and ensuring excellent progress for all learners. The ideal candidate will have strong subject knowledge, effective classroom practice and a genuine enthusiasm for supporting young scientists.

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, ambitious and academically strong Science ECT to join a high-achieving and supportive secondary school in Reading. This is a full-time, permanent position starting January 2026, and offers an exceptional opportunity for an early career teacher to begin their professional journey in a school that prides itself on academic excellence, strong mentoring and...