Laboratory technicians work in a wide range of organisations, including but not exclusively, chemical, primary and secondary pharmaceutical, biotechnology, formulated products, nuclear companies; and analytical science services.
Typically 18 to 24 months
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Actavis, Aesica, Pharmaceuticals, Astra Zeneca, BCM, Essar, Fujifilm, Diosynth, Biotechnologies, GSK, Ineos, Lotte, Chemical, UK, Lucite, Medimmume, Pfizer, SABIC UK Petrochemicals, Sellafield, Sembcorp, Seralab, Synergy Outsourcing, Victrex, RSC, IChemE and SB.
A laboratory technician may carry out both routine and one-off laboratory testing and perform a variety of technical support functions across the organisation. In any context working safety and ethically is paramount and many companies operate under highly regulated conditions because of the need to control the quality and safety of products, for example medicines. Laboratory technicians are expected to work both individually and as part of a laboratory team. They are able to work with minimum supervision, taking responsibility for the quality and accuracy of the work that is undertaken. They are proactive in finding solutions to problems and identifying areas for improving the business.
Apprentices without a level 2 English and mathematics will need to achieve this level prior to completion of their apprenticeship.
The apprenticeship is recognised by the relevant professional bodies at Registered Science Technician (RSciTech) level, for which there is a requirement that the technician will participate in subsequent continuing professional development on completion of the apprenticeship.
During the apprenticeship programme, an apprentice will require to spend minimum 30 hours of on-the-job training that includes:
Occupational Skills & Knowledge included in this programme:
A laboratory technician can:
Behaviours
15. A laboratory technician also demonstrates the required attitudes, behaviours and interpersonal skills associated with the professional workplace including: