Lab Technician
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Position Overview & Specifications
Lab Technician
About the Company
Chase Research Cryogenics are world leaders in the design and production of sub-Kelvin cryogenic coolers and heat switches. Our products are used to create ultra-low-temperature environments for a wide range of scientific and engineering fields including astrophysics and quantum computing. We are experiencing rapid growth and are looking for capable and enthusiastic individuals to join our team of 12 people. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who have successfully created a diverse and inclusive working environment and we continue to be committed to this moving forward.
To find out more, visit: www.chasecryogenics.com
Main Job Tasks & Responsibilities
- Assembling products.
- Completing production records.
- Following procedure to test and quality check products.
- Soldering & Wiring (Full Training Provided)
Other Tasks & Responsibilities
- Finishing tasks, such as cleaning, polishing.
- Quality checks on products prior to shipping.
- Keeping products database up to date.
Skills & Interests
Essential:
- Strong attention to detail
- Interest In small, intricate work. (E.g., Small craft-based hobbies)
- Good level of numeracy and literacy
- Knowledge of MS Excel
Desirable:
- An interest in science
- The ambition to progress within a small, but growing business
- As we will provide full, in-house training, a willingness to learn would be advantageous.
Additional Information
- Full time (37 Hours), permanent position.
- In house training will be provided
- Salary: £20,500 to £22,000 (DOE) with scope to progress and upskill.
- Friendly, diverse and inclusive working environment
- Flexible working arrangements
- Casual dress-code
- Workplace pension
- 26 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £20,500.00-£22,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Sheffield, S4 7UD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Lab Technician roles across Chase Research Cryogenics's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £20,500 - £22,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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