Laboratory Technician

Job Description

The Laboratory Technician supports the daily operations of the R&D laboratory by performing routine laboratory tasks, preparing samples, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. This role is essential for enabling research activities in microbiology, fermentation, and product development. The technician will work closely with scientists and the laboratory manager to ensure smooth workflow and accurate execution of experimental procedures.
Your Responsibilities:

• Work within ADM's Safety and Health guidelines, following all SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare media, buffers, and reagents for microbiology and fermentation experiments.
• Assist in sample handling, preparation, and storage, including cold room management.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment (e.g., autoclaves, incubators, fermenters) and report any malfunctions.
• Perform routine microbiological techniques such as plating, colony counting, and basic microscopy.
• Support fermentation processes by monitoring parameters and collecting samples under supervision.
• Manage laboratory inventory, including ordering supplies, organizing stock, and handling deliveries, which may involve lifting or moving heavy objects in compliance with safety guidelines.
• Process biological and chemical waste in compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
• Accurately record data in laboratory notebooks and electronic systems.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, organized, and compliant laboratory environment.

Your Profile:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams).
• Basic knowledge of microbiology.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs accurately.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective communication skills for working within a team.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and learn new techniques quickly.
• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences (Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or related field)
• 0-2 years of laboratory experience (academic or industrial).
• Experience with microbiological techniques and/or fermentation processes is an advantage.

Our Offer:

• Challenging tasks, short decision-making processes and a high level of personal responsibility in a modern work environment with flexible work time models.
• Room for innovative thinking and growth with the possibility to manage your own career path.
• A company culture which promotes continuous learning and diversity.
• Excellent career opportunities in a world leading nutrition company.
• An attractive remuneration.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and value diversity at our company to encourage a diverse range of perspectives, skills, experience and knowledge within our business. To assist with this the Company has established a UK Diversity forum to support participation of underrepresented groups in the workplace. If you feel this job is for you, unlock your potential and apply now online. By applying for this position, you agree to ADM's privacy notice. Learn more about ADM at www.adm.com.

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We're a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world's premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

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Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments - environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Culture, Engagement & Inclusion ADM.