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Executive Summary
Our mission is to push the boundaries of complex cell analysis. Using the Lightcast platform we are working with major pharmaceutical...
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Our mission is to push the boundaries of complex cell analysis. Using the Lightcast platform we are working with major pharmaceutical companies and leading academic institutes. Together, using our next generation microfluidic platform, we are making advances towards new science, unique clinical approaches, new therapies and innovative products.
The Lightcast platform allows precise and highly flexible independent control of thousands of microdroplets independently and in parallel using software-generated light patterns. By combining droplets containing different cells, antibodies, cancer drugs, reporters and /or other reagents we can perform complex workflows and assays with a flexibility far beyond what is currently possible on any cell analysis platform.
About the role
Lightcast Discovery is now offering a four-year IT apprenticeship programme in partnership with Anglia Ruskin University. You will be working towards a BSc (Hons) Digital & Technology Solutions and will specialise as a Network Engineer. The course details and requirements can be found here: https://aru.ac.uk/study/degree-apprenticeships/apprentice/our-courses/digital-and-technology-solutions
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in IT, gaining valuable hands-on experience while studying for a degree. Your university tuition will be fully funded, and we will support your academic studies with on the job learning as a salaried employee within our IT team.
You will work on a wide variety of tasks gaining up to date knowledge of network architecture, cyber security, applications & hardware support, and more. You will also learn the skills to provide first line support to our employees in a fast growing and exciting business. While developing your skills at work you will be given time each week to study remotely and spend a week each term studying on campus in Peterborough. As an apprentice you will spend 80% of your time gaining work experience and 20% on your University studies.
We're looking for a team player with excellent communication skills, an ability to problem solve, a willingness to learn and someone who can demonstrate their genuine interest in IT – whether that's through personal projects, work experience, hobbies or similar.
Requirements
- Demonstrable passion for IT
- Good Customer Service skills
- Willing to apply, enrol, and satisfying entry requirements, for the BSc in Digital & Technology course at Anglia Ruskin University
Education requirements:
- 5 GCSEs at grades C / 4 or above (or equivalent) including English and Maths.
- 96 UCAS Tariff points this is equivalent to:
- 3 A levels at grade CCC with at least one grade coming from a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Maths) subject
- BTEC National Diploma MMM (3 Merits)
- Access to HE Qualification
- All appropriate and equivalent, UK and international, Level 3 qualifications will be considered
Whilst working, the role is based at Lightcast's headquarters so you must be able to commute to our Cambridge (UK) office on a daily basis.
Closing date: 17 March 2023
Lightcast Discovery offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits including:
- 26 days holiday, plus Public Holidays
- Flexible working hours
- Pension contribution matched up to 7%
- Private medical insurance
- Income protection
- Life insurance
- Subsidised gym membership and weekly cross fit sessions
- Access to Cycle to Work and Technology schemes
- Enhanced family leave policies
Here at Lightcast Discovery we have an informal, open work environment where collaboration and innovation are at the heart of what we do. We are based in West Cambridge, near excellent transport links and plenty of local amenities. We regularly gather as a team to hear about developments across functions and to share ideas. We enjoy social events and regular team lunches, promote career development and learning opportunities. It is an exciting time to join our revolutionary team as we push boundaries and continue to grow.
We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that you may require.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK
Strictly no agencies please
