Sample Reception Laboratory Specialist

4 days ago

Manchester M NQ, United Kingdom MAC Clinical Research Full time £24,420 - £25,000 per year

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Our dedicated Laboratory Services department are seeking to appoint a Sample Reception Laboratory Specialist to join their team located in Manchester.

This is an opportunity to join a new department with new, state of the art equipment and analysers. If successful, you'll be part of a dynamic team at the forefront of clinical research, contributing to meaningful scientific advancements. We offer a collaborative environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a real impact in the field of laboratory science.

KEY SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

  • BSc or equivalent
  • Biological sample handling/storage experience in either clinical trials, NHS laboratory or environmental laboratory
  • Experience in operating and maintaining a QMS
  • Experience with LIMS and/or ELN
  • Familiarity with the processes and requirements for the handling, preparation and storage of clinical and non-clinical samples (including but not limited to, Plasma, serum, CSF, urine)
  • Knowledge of testing procedures and applicable laboratory regulations for clinical samples.
  • Experience in generating, reviewing and updating SOP's
  • Experience working in a regulated environment and an understanding of applicable laboratory testing regulations (including but not limited to ISO 15189, GLP and ISO 17025)

Responsibilities

  • Ensure sample preparation laboratory runs efficiently
  • Working collaboratively to ensure clinical studies are set up and run smoothly
  • Ensure samples are received and handled in a timely manner and in accordance with SOPs and regulatory requirements
  • Ensure the required level of quality is achieved or exceeded within the laboratory
  • Maintain up to date training and improve skills
  • Ensure that LIMS entries are kept up to date
  • Ensure housekeeping is carried out as required
  • Authoring and updating Laboratory manuals and documentation
  • Help maintain levels of consumables

Although the usual Laboratory Service business hours are Monday to Friday from 08:30 to 16:30, you'll need to be able to be flexible as from time to time, Saturdays and out of business hours will be required to meet study needs and demands.

PHYSICAL, WORK ENVIRONMENT, TRAVEL DEMANDS:

  • This is an on-site role
  • Flexible working practices (shifts) as required
  • Potentially long periods standing
  • Dealing with bodily fluids
  • Long periods looking at a computer screen
  • Meeting deadlines and working within strict timelines
  • Ability to travel if required

BENEFITS:

  • Competitive salary in keeping with pharmaceutical industry standards that will reflect experience
  • Health Insurance
  • Eye Care Vouchers
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Free onsite parking
  • 25 days annual leave (increasing in increments to 30 days after 6 years' service)
  • Your birthday off work

MAC Clinical Research invites applications from highly motivated candidates, with a desire to fulfil their full potential. You will be working with an organisation that sees you as an investment and is keen for you to achieve your career aspirations.

Please email should you require any special arrangements or reasonable adjustments to be made throughout this selection process. This will enable us to accommodate your request as necessary.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £24,420.00-£25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Free parking
  • On-site parking
  • Private medical insurance

Work Location: In person

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