Lab Receptionist

Job Description:

Lab Receptionist

£12.21 per hour

Nottingham

Contract: Temporary to permanent after 12 weeks

Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm (office-based)

Start Date: Monday 5th January 2026

Our client is an innovative science and research organisation who are looking for a Laboratory Receptionist to join their team. This is an excellent entry level position for those with a Scientific background or wanting to start within the industry.

Duties will include:

• Receiving, documenting and preparing incoming samples using the Laboratory Management System
• General office work including scanning, filing, and archiving
• Liaising with clients via email
• Entering accurate notes and reports onto the database
• Assisting the office team with matching request forms with slides
• Performing weekly tasks including but not limited to: disposing of medical waste, health and safety checks, cleaning the workspace

Skills/Experience Required:

• Previous experience in a similar role essential - office support / data entry/ admin/ customer service
• Strong attention to detail is paramount!
• Excellent communication skills
• Good understanding of Microsoft Office, to include Excel, PowerPoint and Word

Further information

• This role has an immediate start and is a temporary to permanent opportunity with the view of converting after 12 weeks
• This role is based in the outskirts of Nottingham so would be easier to reach with a car and drivers licence.
• There is free parking

Apply NOW to avoid disappointment!

Unfortunately, we are unable to contact all candidates due to the large volume of applications we receive. If you have not heard from a consultant within the next three days, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Please do not hesitate to apply for other suitable roles in the future.