Laboratory Operations Coordinator

LABORATORY OPERATIONS COORDINATOR c30k South East ABJ6757 An excellent opportunity for an early-career chemist to join a dynamic and supportive team applying their lab skills to a more office-based role. £30,000 salary…

Pay rate £30,000/year
Job type Temporary
Posted 18 August 2026

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LABORATORY OPERATIONS COORDINATOR c30k

South East ABJ6757

An excellent opportunity for an early-career chemist to join a dynamic and supportive team applying their lab skills to a more office-based role.

£30,000 salary equivalent / c£15.38 per hour PAYE
South East | TEMP – 6 months | On-site

This is a varied, more project-based role combines laboratory knowledge with coordination of testing, samples and technical activities. You will work with internal teams and external providers to ensure laboratory and testing activities are completed accurately and on time.

Key Responsibilities

* Coordinate laboratory activities, testing and sample requirements.

* Support sample preparation activities.

* Schedule analytical, bench and performance testing.

* Liaise with internal teams and external testing providers.

* Maintain accurate records and technical documentation.

* Manage multiple activities and priorities to meet deadlines.

* Support laboratory operations and continuous improvement.

* Maintain high standards of health & safety, quality and housekeeping.

Qualifications & Experience

* Degree or relevant background in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Industrial/Process Chemistry or similar.

* Practical laboratory experience within a chemical, manufacturing, formulation or testing environment.

* Experience within formulation, blending or analytical testing would be advantageous.

* Strong organisational and communication skills.

* Good attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.

* Confident working independently and taking ownership of activities.

* Experience with LIMS, electronic laboratory notebooks or laboratory systems would be useful.

What You Will Gain

A great opportunity to develop your experience across laboratory operations and technical coordination, while working with a wider technical team.

They offer an opportunity to learn and grow. Exposure across several key global groups. Competitive salary. Wellbeing, Sports.

To Apply: Please contact Alison Basson quoting ABJ6757 on (T: (phone number removed) / +44 (0)(phone number removed) directly, outlining your particular skills, experience and relevance to this post. Email

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