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Field Service Engineer Life Sciences Automation Location: UK & Europe (Field-Based) Travel: Frequent travel required (%) Salary: Competitive + Benefits + Company Vehicle The Opportunity A leading provider of advanced laboratory automation solutions is seeking a Field Service Engineer to support cutting-edge systems used across biotech, pharma, and research environments. This is a highly technical, customer-facing role focused on installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting complex robotic and automated lab platforms. You ll play a critical role in ensuring high system uptime, delivering exceptional customer support, and contributing to the success of innovative scientific workflows in areas such as drug discovery and genomics. Key Responsibilities Install, commission, and calibrate automated laboratory and robotic systems at customer sites Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair hardware across a range of advanced automation platforms Respond to customer issues, providing effective triage and technical resolution Work closely with software/automation specialists to deliver full system support Perform system upgrades, relocations, and preventative maintenance activities Deliver user training on equipment operation and basic software functionality Maintain accurate service documentation, reports, and case records Build strong customer relationships through proactive communication and support Manage spare parts inventory and ensure readiness for field service activities Contribute to continuous improvement through knowledge sharing and documentation Senior-Level Responsibilities Mentor and support junior engineers in the field Lead complex troubleshooting and escalations Deliver technical training sessions and contribute to training development Engage in customer review meetings and long-term account support Support cross-functional projects and continuous improvement initiatives Skills & Experience Required Minimum HNC (or equivalent) in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline Proven experience in a field service or customer-facing engineering role Background in laboratory automation, robotics, or scientific instrumentation highly desirable Strong fault-finding skills across mechanical, electrical, and system-level issues Knowledge of communications protocols (e.g. TCP/IP, RS232) advantageous Excellent communication skills able to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders Highly organised, self-motivated, and capable of working independently in the field Strong customer service mindset with a professional approach Additional Desirable Experience Exposure to HVAC, cooling systems, or environmental controls Familiarity with automation software, firmware, or programming concepts Experience supporting complex integrated systems What s On Offer Opportunity to work with cutting-edge automation technology in the life sciences sector Extensive training and ongoing professional development Collaborative and innovative working environment Competitive salary, benefits package, and travel support Apply Now If you're a technically strong Field Service Engineer looking to work on advanced automation systems in a high-growth sector, apply today to find out more.

Job Title: Lab Operations Manager Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: 45,000 per annum (Depending on experience) Location: Nottingham, Full time, 5 day week over Monday - Saturday We are working exclusively with a specialist laboratory focused on DNA-based fungal analysis, delivering high-quality environmental insights through modern molecular workflows. The work is centred around high-throughput processing of samples using DNA extraction, PCR, and sequencing technologies, including Oxford Nanopore platforms. The laboratory is being built and operated in line with ISO 17025 quality standards, with a strong focus on robustness, scalability, and data quality. This is an opportunity to join at a key stage of growth and play a central role in shaping laboratory operations. We are seeking a hands-on Laboratory Manager to take ownership of day-to-day laboratory operations and lead the delivery of high-throughput molecular workflows. The Role: Take ownership of daily laboratory performance, including throughput, turnaround times, and workflow efficiency Oversee end-to-end sample processing including receipt, DNA extraction, PCR, and sequencing preparation Manage batch-based processing workflows to ensure consistent and reliable output Identify and implement improvements to increase efficiency and scalability Materials Informatics & AI-Assisted Formulation: Using clustering, correlation analysis, and AI to identify best candidates for new materials, predict stability, and guide formulation decisions. Robotic Lab Automation: Designing intelligent robotic workflows that combine cobot programming with machine vision and data-driven models to automate laboratory actions, enhance process monitoring, and support real-time decision-making. Knowledge Management & Enterprise Systems: Developing ontologies, knowledge graphs, and robust database/version control systems to support reproducible research and enterprise-scale data integration. Oversee molecular workflows including DNA extraction, PCR, and sequencing Support optimisation and validation of laboratory methods Troubleshoot technical issues and ensure consistency of results Maintain equipment performance, calibration, and correct usage Required experience: Degree in Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biomedical Science, or a related field Strong hands-on experience with DNA extraction and PCR workflows Proven ability to supervise or support laboratory staff Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple workflows Desirable experience: Experience in high-throughput or production laboratory environments Experience with sequencing technologies, particularly Oxford Nanopore Experience working with environmental or microbiological samples Experience working towards ISO 17025 or ISO 9001 quality standards Experience with LIMS or laboratory data management systems SRG are the UK number 1 recruitment company specialising in the science, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, renewable, biotech, chemicals and medical devices sectors. As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients. If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you please feel free to get in touch or visit (url removed) to view our other vacancies. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.