Laboratory Assistant [BANK - Zero Hours Contract]

In this role you will;

Prepare, collect, process and label blood, urine, faecal and other specimens including simple laboratory procedures such as centrifugation, pipetting and weighing

Perform simple diagnostic laboratory tests including pregnancy tests, urinalysis, drug tests

Supervise urine and faecal collections, measure/ weigh urine collection volumes/weights, weigh faecal collections

Use and maintain laboratory equipment (e.g. centrifuges, scales) safely and in accordance with relevant SOPs

Order and liaise with couriers to arrange sample shipments

Perform assays including ELISA, RT-PCR

Complete CRFs, laboratory records and capture other trial data as required

Collate CRFs, laboratory and other results and perform quality control checks to ensure they are complete and ready for review and approval by Research Physicians

Assist with daily maintenance of fridges and freezers and monitor temperatures through REES system and the weekly on-call system if required

Assist with regular maintenance, monitoring and calibration of laboratory equipment and devices

Assist with trial laboratory set-up and preparation, including completion of user acceptability tests ("dummy runs") and review of laboratory forms

Prepare trial laboratory source data for monitor and sponsor review and ensure timely resolution of queries

Attend relevant study meetings, deliver study specific training and actively participate in risk management and mitigation for the trail

Prepare and dispatch sample shipments according to approved timelines

Assist with laboratory related trial close out activities

You will have the following Skills, Knowledge and Experience;

Practical and dexterous

Computer literate (MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook)

Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

Ability to manage multiple and varied tasks with enthusiasm and prioritize workload with attention to detail

Willingness to work in a matrix environment and to value the importance of teamwork

Relevant experience of laboratory in the pharmaceutical industry and/or a research institute advantageous

A-Level in Science subjects (minimum requirement)

HND or Degree advantageous