Laboratory Technical Officer

Laboratory Technical Officer The closing date is 14 December 2025 The Department of Medical Biochemistry, Immunology & Toxicology are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, motivated Laboratory Technical Officer (Band 3) to join our team of laboratory staff. The vacancy is within our metabolic section. The Medical Biochemistry Immunology & Toxicology Laboratories provide a diagnostic service for Cardiff and the Vale patients and beyond. Support will be provided to individuals to develop skills and knowledge of the appropriate sections of the laboratory. In return we expect a commitment to deliver against high standards within our Quality Management System. Experience of laboratory processes is desirable and above all we are searching for someone who shares our values that: We care about the people we serve and the people we work with We trust one another We respect each other We take personal responsibility We treat people with kindness We act with integrity Post holders will be expected at all times to behave in accordance with our values demonstrating commitment to the delivery of high quality services to patients. If you are interested in joining a highly motivated team that strives to deliver patient focused high quality services and offers an excellent learning environment, we would like to hear from you. Main duties of the job The purpose of the role is to assist Scientific staff within the Departments of Medical Biochemistry, & Immunology to provide a quality analytical service, while working as part of a team undertaking analysis of biological samples. This will include: Preparation and analysis of samples of biological samples Basic instrument maintenance and quality checking of processes Clerical support to the laboratory staff. The duties are wide ranging including technical clinical and general administration duties under both direct and indirect supervision by Biomedical Scientist - which may be cross site. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. About us Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support. Our mission "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10‑year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future. Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Person Specification Special Knowledge Knowledge of the Welsh LIMS Knowledge of a hospital LIMS Experience Previous experience in a hospital laboratory environment including sample preparation/handling environments History of team working Previous laboratory medicine experience Qualification NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a science related subject HNC in Med Lab Sciences or an Applied Biological Science Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such 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. Cardiff and Vale University Health Board £25,313 to £26,999 a year per annum, pro rata #J-18808-Ljbffr