The Opportunity:

Avantor is currently looking for a motivated Lab Assistant Intern to join the expanding team in Mölndal, Gothenburg! In this diverse role, you will provide operational support to different laboratories on-site by for instance, managing waste, delivering glass was, placing orders and much more. Are you customer minded and highly motivated? On top of this, are you ready for a new professional challenge in an international environment and do you have a general interest in science? Then this might be the opportunity for you! Interested? – Let’s talk!

Maybe you are working in logistics, hospitality or retail but have an interest in science, this could be your opportunity to transition your career into the laboratory world!

This role is a full-time position based at our customer site, GoCo Health Innovation Centre, in Mölndal. During this internship of approximately 4 months, you get to work at a site where multiple smaller scientific and pharma companies are located, enabling you to establish a large network within the industry.

Working hours: Monday to Friday, with flexibility to start between 6:00 and 09:00 and free to leave between 15:00 and 18:00

The team 

The Lab Assistant will work in a recently created team of 6 in total, currently already including a Campus Service Lead, Campus Service Assistant and a Campus Service Coordinator. The team belongs to our department Lab & Production Services, supporting leading pharmaceutical companies and laboratories all over the world, in Research and Development within the Life Sciences industry.

What we’re looking for

Education: as a Lab Assistant, Lab Technician or similar is a great asset

Experience:

In a hospital or similar environment is preferredIn a lab environment is a plus

Preferred qualifications:

Strong skills in Microsoft OfficePreferably good in both English and SwedishService minded, flexible and a good team playerHighly organized, motivated and innovative

How you will thrive and create an impact 

Handle goods by shipping and receiving them and by unpacking consumables and chemicalsRefill lab materials, such as glass wash, consumables, lab coats, lab clothes, media, sterile goods etc.Autoclave lab instruments and clean lab equipmentManage waste and glass washSupport in purchasing by placing orders with suppliers and following up on themCalibrate and review lab equipment such as pipetsParticipate in creating work instructions

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Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
 
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
 
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

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