View Vacancy -- Stores Person - Operations Group - Stores - LMB 1724

The MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology (LMB) is one of the birthplaces of modern molecular biology and has played an important role in the development of many new techniques, most notably protein crystallography, cryo-electron microscopy, DNA sequencing and monoclonal antibodies. The LMB has a clear goal of understanding biological processes at the molecular level, with the ultimate aim of using this knowledge to tackle specific problems in human health and disease. We aim to tackle difficult, long-term problems, which often require investment over many years.

There are four scientific Divisions - Structural Studies, Protein and Nucleic Acid Chemistry, Cell Biology and Neurobiology. However, scientific collaboration between the different Divisions is extensive. Scientists are well supported by excellent scientific facilities and by the LMB Operations Group which maintains the core infrastructure and services of the institute.

The LMB provides an unsurpassed environment for both new and established researchers. Scientists are drawn to the LMB from all over the world, thus creating a lively and international community for the exchange of ideas and technical innovation.

Overall purpose:

To provide a service for the issue of Stores material to staff throughout the LMB and to other external users when required.

To provide a service for the receipt of goods ordered on behalf of the LMB and to other external users.

To provide support for the Laboratory Service Team with day-to-day duties.

Main duties/ Key responsibilities:

•    The replenishment of Tissue Culture Plastics on a daily basis.

•    Serve members of staff and visiting workers at the Stores counter with a variety of goods including chemicals, enzymes, equipment and stationery (approximately 1000 stock materials at an average of 300 issued per day). This requires a detailed knowledge of materials, material codes and locations.   

•    Responsibility for the accurate inputting of delivery details to book in parcels received as special purchases. Also checking and booking of stock materials, ensuring the correct products and quantities are received. Unpacking and placing recyclable packaging in the correct waste flow ensuring only the minimal enters the Laboratory.   

•    Working with the Laboratory Services Team, and other Managers within the Operations Group, to assist with any day-to-day activities required for the smooth and effective running of the Laboratory commensurate with the band.

•    Processing all goods received and issued on relevant on-line system.  

•    Using the system for enquires on stock levels, prices, locations and due date of arrival of material and special orders.

•    Checking for email orders on the system, making up the orders ready for delivery or collection.

•    Investigate overdue receipts via an email system, resolving or reassigning where possible.

•    Replacement of gas cylinders when required, which will include delivery and collection.

•    Replenishment of Tissue Culture Media.

•    Assistance with Liquid Nitrogen replenishment.

•    Working with members of the LMB when required to move furniture.

•    Cover in all areas during periods of absence.

Working relationships:

You will report to the Stores Manager and will interact with other Stores Team Members, Operational Group Managers and their Teams, Postdoctoral Scientists and Research Support Staff across the LMB and with external suppliers and delivery drivers as necessary.

Additional information:

The above lists are not exhaustive and you are required to undertake such duties as may reasonably be requested within the scope of the post. All employees are required to act professionally, co-operatively and flexibly in line with the requirements of the post and the MRC.  

Education / qualifications / training required:

Essential: 
•    Educated to A Level/ NVQ/ BTEC standard or with equivalent work experience. Computer literate. 

Desirable: Holds a full clean Driving Licence.

Previous work experience required:

Essential:
•    Previous experience of Stores / Goods-in.
•    Previous experience in a customer facing role.

Desirable: Previous work experience in Stores within a scientific/academic environment.

Knowledge and experience:

Essential: 
•    Ability to work as part of a team.
•    Good numeracy skills.

Independent working
Essential:
•    Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
•    Ability to plan own workload.

Verbal and written communication skills
Essential: Good verbal and written communication skills.

Personal skills / behaviours / qualities:

Essential: 
•    Motivated individual with a strong desire for self and team development.
•    Approachable and able to build relationships with both direct team members and across the LMB
•    Excellent attention to detail.
•    Strong organisational skills and good time keeping.