Laboratory Technician (Chemistry)

CompanyVernalis

LocationCambridge, England, United Kingdom

Posted At1/19/2026

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Occupation Type

Laboratory technicians

Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled

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£33,400 (£17.13 per hour)

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Description

About Vernalis

Working within our fully equipped research laboratories in Cambridge, our established group of scientists are world leaders in fragment and structure-based drug discovery.

Our scientists develop and apply fragment and structure-based methods to solve problems in drug discovery and have generated cell active lead compounds and development candidates against targets in oncology, neurodegeneration, anti-infectives and inflammation.

The Role

This laboratory-based position plays an integral role in the operational support of laboratories at Vernalis and aids the work of our teams and the smooth running of the associated drug discovery projects. This role will be responsible for conducting a range of standard laboratory-based and stock-taking activities while adhering to the daily hygiene and health and safety protocols of the laboratories.

Key Responsibilities

Ensuring essential chemicals, solvents, reagents and consumables are kept at appropriate levels by diligent stocktaking, ordering and storage

Safely disposing of hazardous waste in line with government regulations and in-house procedures

Scientific glassware washing

Registration and distribution of chemicals

Assisting with maintenance and inspection of lab equipment

Assisting with routine steps in sample preparation and assays, as required

Working and liaising with other Research departments

Maintaining inventory of chemical samples and storage locations

Accurate and safe weighing of milligram to gram quantities of solid compound samples

Preparation of liquid samples for assays and analysis

Efficient use of sample management systems and informatics tools

Recording of data and procedural information in an electronic lab notebook

Preparation, packing, documenting and tracking of compound sample shipments

Experience

Previous technical experience within a laboratory-based environment is desirable

Skills and Competencies

Ability to work to tight deadlines in a dynamic research setting
Excellent written and oral communication skills

High attention to detail and able to multitask and prioritise

Proficient with IT systems and software such as Microsoft Excel and Teams

The Person

Enthusiastic, reliable with a conscientious attitude
Proactive, with a desire to take responsibility
Comfortable to ask questions and consult with senior employees and team members for clarification when uncertain
Willingness to embrace new technologies and carry out improvements to working practice

Why Vernalis?

At Vernalis you will be part of ‘One Team’ working in a friendly and collaborative office.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive range of benefits including generous pension contributions, private healthcare cover, 26 days annual leave for a full-time position plus bank holidays, holiday purchase scheme, flexitime, discretionary bonus, employee assistance programme and enhanced family leave policies.

Whilst we are advertising this vacancy as a full-time position (37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday) we would also like to hear from you if you prefer to work 5 shorter days, Monday to Friday as other working patterns can be considered.

If you feel passionate about joining a team where scientific excellence and enthusiasm combine in a friendly and flexible environment to impact drug discovery projects, then please get in touch!

To apply please send across your CV to: HR@vernalis.com

Please include a covering letter which outlines your suitability and motivation for this position.

Please note that applicants must have the right to work in the UK as we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Vernalis Research is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.