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Full-time
£26,200 a year
12 hours ago

Benefits

Health & wellbeing programme

Qualifications

Inventory control
Labelling
UK GDPR
Laboratory housekeeping
Laboratory experience
Laboratory information management systems
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Shipping & receiving
Data entry
Organisational skills
Laboratory consumables stocking
Cleaning
Site housekeeping
Communication skills
A Level
Time management

Full job description

Job Description

Preventx – Laboratory Technician
Location: Preventx HQ, MBP5, Meadowhall Business Park, Carbrook Hall Road, Sheffield S9 2EQ (On-site)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Shift Pattern: 11am-7pm Tue-Sat / Mon-Fri rotations
Reports to: Laboratory manager

About Preventx

Preventx is a leader in digital healthcare, specialising in home-sampling sexual health diagnostics. Our mission is to make testing accessible, confidential, and reliable—empowering people to manage their health with ease. Behind every diagnostic result stands a rigorous sample-management process ensuring specimen integrity from arrival to storage.

Role Overview

We’re seeking a detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join our pre analytical laboratory. As the first point of contact for incoming specimens, you'll ensure accurate booking, preparation, and storage of clinical samples, while maintaining compliance and supporting smooth laboratory operations.

Key Responsibilities

Booking & Sample Preparation

Receive, log, and book clinical samples (blood, urine, swabs) into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).

Label, aliquot, and prepare specimens for downstream workflows.

Sample Reception & Shipment

Coordinate receiving and preparation of incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring correct packaging and courier handover.

Clinical Waste Management

Segregate, label, and dispose of clinical waste in accordance with local regulations and SOPs.

GDPR & Data Protection

Handle personal and clinical data in compliance with GDPR, ensuring confidentiality and secure record-keeping.

Stock & Inventory Management

Monitor and manage inventory of sample tubes, reagents, labels, consumables, and storage media; raise requisitions as needed.

Storage & Housekeeping

Perform general housekeeping duties to keep reception and storage areas clean, organised, and compliant with ISO 15189 standards.

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications & Experience

Diploma, A-Level science subjects, or equivalent practical experience in a laboratory setting.

Experience in sample reception, booking, or logistics within a clinical or research laboratory.

Familiarity with LIMS or similar sample-tracking software.

Understanding of clinical waste disposal procedures and GDPR requirements.

Desirable

Knowledge of ISO 15189 quality standards.

Pump (manual/ electric) truck certification for handling bulk shipments.

Key Skills & Competencies

Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.

Strong data-entry accuracy and time-management abilities.

Clear written and verbal communication.

Proactive problem-solving mindset and reliability.

What We Offer

Structured on-the-job training and career development pathways.

Employee wellness programmes and staff recognition initiatives.

Collaborative, inclusive culture with regular social and learning events.

This job description is not exhaustive and serves only to highlight the main requirements of the post holder. The line manager may stipulate other reasonable requirements. The job description will be reviewed regularly and may be subject to change.

How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a brief cover note via our careers portal: preventx.com/careers

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at Preventx

At Preventx, we believe diversity drives innovation and inclusion strengthens our impact. We’re committed to creating a workplace that values individual differences and fosters a culture of respect, belonging, and growth.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences—including those from underrepresented communities. If you need any support with your application or adjustments during the recruitment process, we’re here to help.

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