4 jobs found in Taunton

Assistant Molecular Biologist South Exeter, EX6 Contract intially until 2nd October 2026 In this role you will be performing Bacteriology testing in support of Government Agencies and the devolved government’s scanning surveillance policies. Key Tasks: 1) Submission registration using LIMS software, 2) Reagent Production, 3) performing polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assays, 4) use of specialist equipment such as PCR machines, liquid handling robots, plate readers, centrifuges, 5) Various supporting tasks to maintain laboratory testing activities, 6) Supporting local management in the maintenance of safety and quality standards. 7) Working to ISO17025, Essential Requirements: * Laboratory experience. * Experience of ELISA and PCR assays. * A degree in a related scientific field. * Experience in techniques related to general bacteriology/Microbiology. * Good IT skills including Microsoft Office Software

Materials Scientist – Fully On site – Bristol - £65 – £75 per hour (Contract) Hexwired is recruiting for a world-class advanced engineering and research organisation based in Bristol that is looking to hire a Materials Scientist to support the development of ceramic matrix materials and ceramic matrix composites for aerospace and high-performance applications. The role will focus heavily on ceramic matrix technologies within an advanced R&D environment. The organisation is a leader in advanced manufacturing and materials innovation, working with major aerospace and defence partners. Due to continued growth, they are expanding their team. The role is fully onsite in Bristol (5 days per week). As a Materials Scientist, you will develop and analyse ceramic matrix materials and composites within an R&D team. Candidates must be sole British nationals eligible for DV clearance. Key Skills * Degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering or a similar discipline...

Are you detail-oriented, technically minded, and ready to make a difference? We’re looking for an Operations Technician to join a leading global company in the diagnostics and life sciences based in Pencoed, Bridgend on fixed term contract. You’ll play a key role in supporting production and quality within a fast-paced environment. Salary: £12.84 p/h Monday-Friday, 08:00-16:00 Temporary contract with opportunity to extend Benefits as a Operations Technician: Fully paid induction and training State of the art site Weekly pay with excellent pay rates Free on-site parking Subsidised canteen Duties of Operations Technician Perform dispensing functions and other manufacturing activities Complete routine quality control testing on raw materials, bulk solutions and finished product Conduct quality control testing to ensure products meet strict regulatory standards. Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory and production equipment. Record and analyse data accurately. Perform routine...

Location: Blandford Forum, DT11 Temporary: April 2026 - September 2026, extension may be possible Hourly rate: 13.15 per hour (overtime may be available) Hours: 37 hours, 5 days a week (some weekend work may be required and occasional overnight stays, outside of the areas as described below) The role We are looking for an Environmental Monitoring Assistant to do field-based data collection and sampling of water. This includes statutory ecological sampling of rivers and lakes, and chemical sampling of rivers, lakes, and bathing waters. You may also be part of a incident response team and must be willing to travel area wide, with occasional overnight stays. The role could also develop further, as you may also support the team with fish surveys. The team This is a field team, who carries out routine chemical and ecological sampling and collection of environmental data throughout Dorset and the South West. This includes statutory ecological sampling of rivers and lakes, and...