Precision for Medicine are hiring a Research Assistant I to join our well-established scientific team in Royston UK who have been supporting biopharmaceutical research for over 25 years. The biopharmaceutical industry continues to undergo transformational change with new and exciting developments in biotherapeutics, immune oncology, companion diagnostics and personalised healthcare. As a global leader in the provision of clinical biomarker-based solutions to the biopharmaceutical industry, we are developing and expanding our research and clinical services in the UK to serve this expanding market and are looking for a dynamic, self-motivated Research Assistant I to join the team and contribute to the growth of the company. The Research Assistant role in our genomics team will be responsible for supporting the Senior Scientist with qRT-PCR projects, conducting meticulous qRT-PCR-based lab work to enable delivery of high quality data. The successful candidate should have around 1-2 years’ relevant laboratory experience, ideally gained working in a commercial, regulated laboratory (GLP and/or GCLP) or clinical diagnostic environment. Duties and Responsibilities: Practical support for genomics projects: • Provide high quality practical support for genomics projects by performing experimental work and assisting with the analysis, interpretation and reporting of experimental data. • Responsible for sample management, from sample receipt and accessioning, to DNA/RNA extraction and quantification, data QC. • Execution of qRT-PCR and other PCR based studies, working to established SOPs. • Production of accurate, high-quality data. • Assist in the development of new methodologies or evaluation of new technologies as required. • Management of critical reagents. • Provide routine maintenance and calibration of genomics equipment. • Write laboratory documents including risk assessments, COSHH assessments, and SOPs. • Maintain and support safe lab practices and environment. Record keeping: • Generate, protect, and maintain raw data, analysed, reported data and associated metadata, including sample, reagent and methodology details. • Maintain accurate, up to date records (lab book, internal databases, and timesheets). Regulatory: • Comply with all quality management, regulatory compliance, and project management processes (GxP, HTA, H&S). • Work to the current Good Clinical Practice for Laboratories (GCLP) standards and maintain appropriate training and qualifications. Other: • Participate in on-call rota for out-of-hours work. • Actively participate in performance review and personal development processes required. • Contribute to other laboratory teams and projects as required. Qualifications and Experience: Minimum required: • Level 4 qualification, HNC in Biological sciences (or other relevant life science subject) or equivalent • 1-2 years of laboratory experience, ideally with qRT-PCR assay execution. Preferred: • Degree in Biological sciences (or other relevant life science subject). • Experience of working in a regulated environment such as GxP and the Human Tissue Act. • Proof of vaccination against Hepatitis B (vaccination can be arranged). • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written. • Effective time management skills • IT skills, particularly Microsoft tools. Experience working with sample management databases would be an advantage. • Ability to lift and carry between 1-7kg. Personal Attributes: • Team player with strong interpersonal skills, but able to work on own initiative. • Keen to learn and develop. • Excellent attention to detail. • Organised and tidy. • Ability to cope under pressure. • Good with time keeping. LI-TB1 Any data provided as a part of this application will be stored in accordance with our Privacy Policy. For CA applicants, please also refer to our CA Privacy Notice. Precision Medicine Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. © 2020 Precision Medicine Group, LLC If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Precision Medicine Group at QuestionForHRprecisionmedicinegrp.com. It has come to our attention that some individuals or organizations are reaching out to job seekers and posing as potential employers presenting enticing employment offers. We want to emphasize that these offers are not associated with our company and may be fraudulent in nature. Please note that our organization will not extend a job offer without prior communication with our recruiting team, hiring managers and a formal interview process.