Band 5 - GCLP - Biobank Laboratory Technician
The main purpose of this role is to assist with the collection, reception and processing of clinical trial samples such as Blood, Biopsy, Saliva, and Stool for clinical research purposes within the RFL R&D.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide biological sample processing support to the R&D Clinical and externally contracted GCLP-Biobank studies to ensure that samples are:
1. received/collected,
2. booked onto LIMS,
3. processed, and
4. shipped/stored.
In accordance with GCLP-Biobank and/or study specific SOPs, ensuring compliance with relevant HTA, ICH legislation, and all ethical and governance requirements.
In addition, the appointee will assist in data collection, input into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), and provide administrative support such as booking couriers and liaising with study leads and Clinical Trial Practitioners for the GCLP-Biobank Team and studies. You will participate in all aspects of laboratory research and development work and will have responsibility for associated administrative duties such as sample sheet preparation, equipment maintenance-monitoring, internal quality control (IQC), general laboratory housekeeping duties, and stock management duties. You will also participate in laboratory audits and general laboratory maintenance.
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated staff care for over 1.6 million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies, and carry out more than 17 million tests.
Our size, scale, and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that accommodates your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits to next-level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
* Degree in a scientific/healthcare related discipline or equivalent experience.
* Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
Experience
* Experience of processing biological samples such as Blood, Saliva, and Stool in a clinical trials laboratory.
* Experience of performing a range of blood processing techniques to generate PBMCs, plasma, or serum within a clinical laboratory setting.
* Experience of working in a Microbiological Safety Cabinet (BSL Class II).
* Experience of working with patient data.
* Understanding of Health & Safety protocols.
* Demonstration of accurate pipetting, centrifugation, and aliquoting skills.
* Experience of using Laboratory Information Management Systems.
* Ability to work within a team and independently with minimal supervision.
* Excellent laboratory technical skills.
* A reasonable amount of experience of working within a clinical laboratory accredited to ISO15189.
* Sound knowledge of quality assurance issues.
Skills and aptitudes
* Laboratory analytical skills.
* Excellent hand-eye coordination.
* Ability to work according to good clinical laboratory practice.
* Ability to follow standard operating procedures accurately.
* Ability to keep accurate written and computerized records.
* Good level of attention to detail.
* Good planning and organizational skills.
* Good coordination skills and manual dexterity.
* Good interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
* Interest in new laboratory technologies.
* Ability to cope with work pressures; demonstrates personal resilience.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
£35,964 to £43,780 per annum, inclusive of HCAS.
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