Laboratory Hire

CSR Scientific Training offers employers access to a modern, industry-standard laboratory facility in central Birmingham, supporting practical training, upskilling, apprenticeships delivery and CPD — without capital investment or disruption to operational laboratories. Our facilities are designed to reflect real workplace environments and support high-quality, hands-on learning across life sciences, healthcare science and applied STEM disciplines.

Laboratory Capabilities

Molecular Biology

Our molecular biology facilities support practical training and competency development, including:

  • Real-Time PCR equipment
  • Sample preparation and analytical workflows
  • Data interpretation aligned to industry and regulatory expectations

Analytical Science

Employers can access analytical training facilities including:

  • UV/Vis spectrophotometers
  • Quantitative and qualitative analytical techniques
  • Method application, validation and data handling skills

Cell Culture

Our laboratory supports cell culture, aseptic technique and experimental analysis training. Our equipment includes :

  • Containment facilities
  • Plate readers
  • Modern light microscopes

Clinical Engineering Training

CSR also provides facilities to support clinical engineering skills development, including:

  • Beam apparatus
  • Practical application of engineering principles in scientific and healthcare contexts
  • Equipment handling and competency-based training

Employers use CSR’s laboratory for:

  • Staff training and competency development
  • CPD and short technical courses
  • Apprenticeship delivery and EPA preparation
  • Employer-led or co-delivered training
  • Assessment and regulated skills development
  • Access is flexible, professional and aligned to employer needs

Why Employers Choose CSR

  • No laboratory build or maintenance costs
  • Flexible, short-term or ad-hoc access
  • Neutral environment suitable for training and assessment
  • Experience in regulated, quality-assured delivery
  • Central Birmingham location with excellent transport links
For a concise overview of our laboratory facilities and employer offer, download our mini brochure

Visit the Laboratory

We welcome employer visits and informal discussions.